IS STRIDER SNG KNIFE BETTER than CHRIS REEVE INKOSI Knife??

Age old discussion ...my two cents after carrying both.

[@markm148]

Striders production knives pivots and lock interface don’t come anywhere near CRK tolerance/fitment. That being said I have multiples of both and like them for different reason’s.

[@worm_vaquero]

ASMR sound check, loud and clear

[@Angelo535]

I like the smaller one for a carry but the bigger one may be great also. 😂 all knives are good

[@MatMichaelis1]

I don't want to sound negative , but both knives aren't my speed. That being said I can still appreciate them for what they are. Thanks for the video Billy.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

That doesn't sound negative at all. Sounds like you shy away from the trend sitting and dude I respect that. 😎👊

[@jimmy_Ross]

thanks for another great video

[@willb7713]

I don't carry a lot of stud/hole deployment only knives. Usually just my Benchmade Rift or AD-20 Slim. Iike the aesthetics of the CRKs though. And I've heard terrible things about the lock stick on the Striders. Cool video.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

Thanks for the kind words man. Yeah definitely like multiple methods of deployment when I cab get em. 😎👊

[@Hazmat0357]

You did not just void the action on the CRK by flicking it open. You void it by whipping your hand like you’re packing SKOAL when trying to open it

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

@@Hazmat0357 good to know, the blades been modified anyway so I'm sure the warranty is voided regardless...but that is the last knife I think I'd worry about a warranty with anyway. It's been a good one. 😎🤜🤛

[@Hazmat0357]

@@apex_alchemy_knives found your video because I have an Strider SnG performance on the way and I have 8 other CRKs. 4 of them inkosi’s. Nice video my man.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

@@Hazmat0357 thank you sir, we're proud you chose to watch it.

[@alanp285]

The SnG and cargos dont mesh, i think its part what you said about the ergos and partly the way cargo pockets are made, they have a different cut. On the lock, check out the other one i sent, i carried that knife everyday for like a year, it proba ly needs to be taken apart and bent over just a bit so it locks up tighter. There is definitely some wear that has to happen for them to mate perfectly, a little like an Emerson. Also, for the record I would wager that G10 is tougher than titanium, titanium is pretty soft. That being said, half face blades makes a folder that is a milled single piece for the frame and lock side. I want to try one of those. It's so funny though, i would take the Aluminum scaled SnG over the g10 now, 10 to 1. Different strokes for different folks.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

I love the way the aluminum feels. The g10...pretty immaculate too. That wouldn't be an insane bet bro. G10 is bad ass.

[@kenfaulkner5544]

So comparing the quality of the build on the CRK to Jack Wolf is a good enough selling argument for me. I am intrigued by Strider Knives but CRK is more on my radar for some reason.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

I love em both. I'm not sure I've ever touched a knife closer to perfection than the jack wolf...but there is the argument that jwk are entirely cnc machined. Still damn impressive to me.

[@Beans_blades_VMOGroup]

I had a large inkosi tanto for a while I carried often. Was a great knife. Ended up trading tho. When I first got into the knife game a Strider was always my MAIN grail but never got one. They're so expensive for what you're getting! But I still want one! Love the gunner grip esp if it's ti! Also love the heat ano they do on lock side love it a lot.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

I don't think I've handled a gunner in Ti...but dude...I'm really liking this one in g10. It's always there. Most knives cost a lot for what you're getting. I just bought a loaf of bread a couple days ago for $3.99 and half if it's moldy. Reckon I'll get a better return outta any knife I actually use. 😆😆

[@Beans_blades_VMOGroup]

@@apex_alchemy_knives true man. He does have a reputation and you get what you pay for generally!

[@jamielong5716]

Now here's a new argument. 😆

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

Old as the day is long.

[@kf_boston]

I have both Striders and CRKs for what I do with my Tools nothing beats a Strider and a Spyderco pair day to day Whatever floats your boat

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

Can't go wrong with that pair ever! What kind of strider do you carry ?

[@cheatobandito]

Dig the looks of CR knives more, but the strider just looks like a heavy-duty user

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

Yeah it's got a nice thick blade stock.

[@rustyknifelover4463]

Just sent the Box. Have a few non traditional knives too. Great pair of knives Billy. T-e CRK is on my list, not the Strider.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

Thanks Rusty! Man I've got a few boxes to get recorded. I'll get through them as quick as possible brother. 😎👊 lemme know if I owe you anything for shipping.

[@rustyknifelover4463]

@@apex_alchemy_knives Take whatever time you need. I won't run out of knives, LOL

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

Sounds great. Thanks for understanding. They're all pouring in at once 😆...it's a great problem to have though.

[@ryans663]

@10:10 what on the Strider is aluminum?

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

If you dont purchase a strider with g10 scales I believe you get aluminum on the show side. I've yet to own one so I am absolutely no expert. 👊💪

[@ryans663]

That’s right…. I forgot about the aluminum show side that replaces the g10. I don’t think either really diminishes the SNGs durability. I’ve had a few SNGs and SMFs and beat the crap out of a most of them. Currently have both a SNG and a Sebenza 31 Insigno Magnacut. Trying to decide which I want to keep.

[@Beans_blades_VMOGroup]

Also I'd say the CRK is tougher than any G10 Strider. Arguably tougher than a full ti strider! Crk has thicker scales than most knives that aren't clearly over built on purpose like Messer Midgard or PMP, Maxace etc. Let's hope you never have to use your $700 knife to rescue children from a burning building! (And I've seen STRIDER show off how their G10 will NOT survive the flames!) I've heard SO many complaints on Strider lower end production stuff (even his custom work), never so with CRK. Or it's much rarer. Value goes to CRK. Also not a fan at all of Rick Hinderer or his knives rather have just about anything else at the price.

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

Yeah sometimes people or experiences leave a sour taste in our mouths. I'm not a hater of any brand specifically. And man if it comes down to flames...I doubt I'm using a knife at all, but I get it....I understand that some people have no choice. Or they don't have time to think...so every problem looks like a nail and their knife looks like a hammer. I've usually got a fixed blade somewhere near by. It doesn't have to be life threatening for me to choose a fixed blade over a folder for any serious work. I'm not sure how I missed this comment but it appeared to have slipped through the cracks. Sorry about that.

[@Beans_blades_VMOGroup]

@@apex_alchemy_knives no worries bro it happens

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

@@Beans_blades_VMOGroup good lord...I could at least edit my texting. So many typos in my response 🙄 😆😆

[@dionpage7948]

You were sittin around batin yourself??? Huh?? Have you been watchin Idiocracy? You baiter😂😂😂

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

😆😆😆 you know how it is when you're married. 😎👊

[@dionpage7948]

@apex_alchemy_knives ya do kno that comment is on here forever now&that Mrs. ApexAlchemy will probably see it& with a dull blade remove your ability to bait 🤣

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

@@dionpage7948 😳😳

[@beeferbaron]

Ain’t been a fan

[@Hunting4Hookers]

Those are some super dope blades brother! I think from viewing that the Inkosi is by far the best looking of the 2!

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

Lemme know what you think of the akribis when your package arrives bro. I do think the inkosi is better looking but I like the Spartan more overall.

[@Hunting4Hookers]

@@apex_alchemy_knives I’ll do buddy! I’m gonna lock them in my safe until I send them back. Those knives are probably worth as much as my entire collection!😁

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

@@Hunting4Hookers naw...you gotta hawk beak Camillus fron the 70's bro!

[@Hunting4Hookers]

@@apex_alchemy_knives It would blow your mind if you heard how I got that!😂 I’ll just say Saturday/ Sunday yardsales and flea markets are a knife goldmine! So are local estate sales!

[@Hunting4Hookers]

I haven’t experienced any issues with anything flipping sideways when I’m wearing loose shorts! Must be nice!😂

[@apex_alchemy_knives]

😂😂😂😂

[@Hunting4Hookers]

@@apex_alchemy_knives 😂👍👊