JB ON EDC l Has There Been A Resurgence Of The Slip Joint Knife?

[@c.risnercutlery]

Schatt&Morgan/Queen (1895-2012) and then later GEC (2006-now) carried the slipjoint market during some of the slowest years and toughest years. 2020 is when all of my GEC inventory started flying off the shelves. Shortly after 2020, you have JWK in 2021/2022 along with RRR that brought a new light to "modern" slipjoints. Now with RCB and what Finch and I can bring to the market, it definitely makes the market a lot more fun and allows more options for collectors and users alike!

[@BigRedEDC]

Awesome, thank so much for your perspective Austin!

[@annasoH323]

Really interesting data!

[@rustyknifelover4463]

Awesome Brother

[@LuisGonzalez-gl4wc]

Crazy how fast GEC has been selling these more recent years. I regret not buying more when they were readily available and less in price.

[@kathleensmith370]

Everybody should agree

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks Kathleen!

[@kellyoneal1675]

Yay for traditional styles.

[@BigRedEDC]

👍👍👍👍

[@jasonbeecher509]

My favorite inexpensive knife is a imperal Barlow

[@BigRedEDC]

Awesome Jason!

[@mikejurnak0324]

Awesome collection of fixed blades on the table. Great talk, JB.

[@BigRedEDC]

Lol...thanks Mike

[@annasoH323]

[Raises hand] yeah, sorry for missing SKL. Appreciate this perspective. I've been looking at these knives as cutting tools more and more which has opened my heart to slipjoints and fixies.

[@BigRedEDC]

@annasoH323 lol...thanks so much for watching!

[@adventurefifty]

I’ve become interested in slip joints again because they just look good. I prefer the functionality of locking knives. There are just some gorgeous looking slip joints out there.

[@BigRedEDC]

Awesome, thanks so much

[@drygulch1000]

Back in the day, I had one folder. It broke. I dusted off an old Case Trapper and carried it exclusively for a while. I loved the thin blade stock for slicing. But slip joints aren't as convenient in and out of pocket, so I carry em both now. Great video!

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks so much!

[@bigjim55able]

I came up with slipjoints but got away for a while. Juhvon gave me the Brother 1510, that's in my pouch pocket right now. That got me back into the slippie rabbit hole where I found Rosecraft. That's all she wrote. Totally hooked.

[@BigRedEDC]

Awesome Jim!

[@krazmokramer]

I received my first (actually second) slip joint knife today. A RRR038 hawkeye hawkbill. The first one arrived 2 weeks ago with rust around the nail nick, and deep scratches on both bolsters and the bone on the non-show side. SMKW paid the return shipping and the replacement arrived today. On first look, I thought it was a winner. No rust. No scratches. No gaps. No blade wobble. And then I felt the proud bolster transition into the under-contoured bone at one of the four transitions. The knife is great other than that. But now that I've been watching this channel and a couple of others, that defect is going to bug me every time I get this knife out of my pocket. I have to keep telling myself "I got it for $38. As cool as this knife is, it may get relegated to garden duty. THANKS for the video and this space to vent, JB!!

[@BigRedEDC]

That is a bummer for sure

[@krazmokramer]

@@BigRedEDC Discovered today that the blade has A LOT of side-to-side play. Enough to scrape either liner. It's headed back to SMKW. RRR is now for me what Case is for you. I'm disappointed. RRR knives look good, but in my limited experience, aren't good.

[@kenwilliams2219]

Being an old guy, slip joints were kind of all there was. Love them! Thanks for showing us these gems.

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks so much Ken!

[@robertbenton1444]

Slipjoints are definitely coming back

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on!

[@lewisgreenway5065]

Great talking point and being my age for a long time only traditional slip joints were available, I liked carrying a lock back when they became available still my favourite but now can't carry them out of the house because of UK laws, personally I like modern materials and screw construction just as much as old school manufactured knives, I don't have any expensively made knives my most expensive being a GEC, happy with budget knives on the whole, that is the beauty of knives on offer now something for everyone.

[@BigRedEDC]

@lewisgreenway5065 thanks so much for your thoughts Lewis

[@Seppiedog]

I like them all, but I have more of Case, Buck, Imperial, Boker, and started getting some Rosecraft lately. Thanks for sharing JB, be safe.

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks so much James!

[@davidkurle5418]

I started with slipjoints, and never stopped liking them😆But I can definitely tell over the past few years that there's been a boost in their popularity. Plus, there have been alot more options (like you showed) for people who want to carry a slipjoint but want something more modern looking. Also, another budget option for someone who would want to try a sod buster style knife is the Imperial IMP22. Back when I bought that knife I paid somewhere between five and ten dollars for it, and it punches way above its price point. Great video, buddy!

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks David

[@MichaelR58]

Good looking collection JB , thanks for sharing, YAH bless brother !

[@BigRedEDC]

Much appreciated!

[@shanecoursen]

Love my traditional traditionals, they probably make up about 80% of my collection.

[@BigRedEDC]

Awesome Shane!

[@Stans_Cutlery_Universe]

I think there is more attention being given to traditional slip joints in the past few years. Thanks for sharing all of these great pieces. Have a great blessed day.

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks so much Stan!

[@RaccoonTactical]

never really got into slip joints until i started seeing, the modern offerings on your channel

[@BigRedEDC]

Righ on RT!!!

[@jimmiecrowe520]

I am happy to see slip joints come back into favor. I have carried a slip joint of one kind or another for years on a daily basis and will continue to do so. The quality of the steel and fit and finish is what I believe is the main factor on their rise in popularity. People will tend to spend their money on quality and some of today's makers are providing just that. Thank you JB for another quality video that I am willing to spend my time on!

[@BigRedEDC]

Thank you very much Jimmie!

[@mikereese15]

I definitely think there's a resurgence with companies like tpk and Jack Wolf and rosecraft and even people like advanced knife bro and kunwoo and qsp.

[@c.risnercutlery]

Appreciate you!

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on Mike!

[@davidwilliams1805]

Good video JB! Enjoyed this buddy! Some fine looking knives!

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks David!

[@timb4425]

I think the brand that got me interested in slip joints was RRR. Shortly after that it was JWK and RCB. Really looking forward to the Peacemaker.

[@BigRedEDC]

Awesome Tim!

[@BaxtersBlades]

Those old man knives will never make a comeback!😂😂 yah thats what i Mostley collect now. Case, Rosecraft, RR would be my top 3. I do have 1 buck slipjoint. What a cool subject!

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks brother!!

[@garybrown585]

Thanks for the video 😊❤

[@BigRedEDC]

Thank you Gary

[@markherrera829]

Atta Babe JB! TwoSun has some very well made slip joint knives with modern materials. My TS-221 Ranger is one that gets carried a bunch. #BigRedEDCto13K #DSKFS

[@BigRedEDC]

For sure, Mark. Thanks for mentioning them

[@markherrera829]

@BigRedEDC who's Mike JB🤣😅🤣✌🏼

[@BigRedEDC]

@@markherrera829 Sorry, fat fingered that one

[@markherrera829]

@BigRedEDC it's all good JB, I just had to mess with you and keep you sharp.😁✌🏼

[@BigRedEDC]

@markherrera829 keeping me sharp is a chore...lol

[@addicted2knives171]

I love collecting slip joints and putting them in cases hanging on the wall in my home . I really enjoy the Rough Ryders for the value , but I also enjoy the Gec , Case , Schatt and Morgan , old Queen , old Bucks for collect ability.

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on Chad

[@KnifeChatswithTobias]

I think stringent knife laws might be a driving force in slip joints. They are legal to carry in more locations than modern one hand openers /assisted opening, etc. It is even why Spyderco came out with the UKPK and the Roadie. You know me. I've been a traditional slip joint guy all along. I have nothing against the modern folder I just don't have the need for it and I like the old slippies. Favorite of the budget brand is probably Rough Rider but there are many to choose from. I really like the Victorinox Swiss Army knife. Is that a budget knife? Depends on the model you pick up. I really haven't jump on the "modern slip joints' wagon. I find many of them some what bland in styling and over priced. But then I'm a cheap old fart.

[@BigRedEDC]

LOL....thanks for sharing your thoughts Tobias. Great point about knife laws.

[@propblast82nd]

I think the blue denim RR work knife is an excellent choice to start

[@BigRedEDC]

Yes sir! Was a good one for me!

[@radar468]

Marbles, RR, and Imperial are my favourite budget slipjoint knives. Love Case but want to try a Bear and sons, Cooper, of course a GEC. Jack Wolf for a modern style slipjoint would be my first choice. Great show!

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks radar!

[@kevink.2719]

Great video

[@BigRedEDC]

Thank you Kevin!

[@GromMolotok]

I carry both a slipjoint and a modern daily. A slippie is a fantastic answer to the question, "Do you have a knife?" I don't have to explain how to close it, because it doesn't lock open. And the occasional knife-averse person finds them less of a problem for some reason. About half the time it's a SAK, and always when it's my only pocket knife.

[@BigRedEDC]

Great points Grom!

[@J.O.VenturesOutdoors]

JB, this is a great video and topic.. really interesting to talk about and cover in a video! I think there may also be an increase in people collecting slip joints that need to be refurbished. I see a lot of YT channels doing videos on older slip joint knives they purchased at a flea market, pawn shop, or antique store and then restoring them.. I agree the more modern traditional knives may have helped as well. For budget knives, I like Rough Ryder and Queen the best. Again, great video and I hope you have a great holiday season!!

[@BigRedEDC]

I have seen that as well. Great point. Thanks so much for watching

[@Bladeshooked_Daniel]

I blame you and KC for getting me into slip joints, beginning with the Lake Champlain gorgeous piece that I won!

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on Daniel!

[@BradGryphonn]

I have one or two. But my favourite is my green stump lifter from AKB.

[@BigRedEDC]

Very good Brad

[@BaxtersBlades]

Almost forgot Arthur Wright and son makes a great slipjoint!

[@BigRedEDC]

👍👍👍

[@rustyknifelover4463]

Budget knives really helped me find my favorite patterns. I prefer Single Blade patterns. Rough Ryder, then a step up RoseCraft Blades for a fantastic value to materials knife and some TwoSun Knives are great and GEC. Case only if I can check them.

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks so much Rusty!

[@94slingshot]

Favorite slip joint, there is only one that is Case. I do think the Rough Ryder’s are a great knives and a very good value.

[@BigRedEDC]

RR knives are a great value

[@davidkilby1043]

I seriously want the red and black apta. And the copper apta too.

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on!👍👍

[@robertbenton1444]

My favorite brand is Rough Ryder

[@BigRedEDC]

Awesome Robert

[@BradGryphonn]

I have a Maserin in D2 that looks much like the one at the top. However, my Maserin has a double stop with really nice walk and talk. Oh, and brass liners. Jack Farmboy gifted it to me.p

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@Wcquick]

Buck, not so budget and budget slip joint Trapper both USA and import versions, thumbs up

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on!

[@jeffjackson5331]

Sweet

[@BigRedEDC]

Thanks Jeff!

[@jeffjackson5331]

@BigRedEDC you're welcome

[@diverson63]

For economic slipjoints I'd say Eye Brand, Opinel, Boker Tree Brand, Kissing Crane and Rough Ryder Reserve.

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on David!!!

[@davidhelka8929]

I have a few slipjoints That were my grandfather's In particular is a case toothpick I think I'm sure if that's what it is but I use it everyday as a letter opener but other than that I haven't bought any because I already spend enough money on normal folders 😂 great video man 👍

[@BigRedEDC]

Those are awesome to have David!!!

[@ralphiewigs2208]

I'm hooked, like crack cocaine.

[@BigRedEDC]

Lol....right on

[@chriss8206]

A modern slip Joint with a lock That surprised me. What's the cold steel ranch, boss? It's big It's the size. I want in a knife, but it's got a very slip joint lock

[@BigRedEDC]

@@chriss8206 thanks for watching.

[@LuisGonzalez-gl4wc]

Also, I think there is a resurgence in slip joints because the rest of the knife world is becoming stale and repetitive in my opinion and people are getting tired of knives that are thick behind the edge and don’t cut well. In the slipjoint world, you can still find good cutting geometry.

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on

[@dualsportoutdoors]

Bushmaster!

[@BigRedEDC]

💯💯💯💯

[@robertfeely8775]

My only slip joint I have is the qsp hedgehog

[@BigRedEDC]

That's a good one

[@chaddamron3877]

Start w a cpl RR - then draining bank on FB waffles chasing customs n GECs 🤑🤣🤣-- good times

[@BigRedEDC]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 that's how it starts!

[@adventurefifty]

Don’t sleep on Roper Knives. Dirt cheap and surprisingly descent.

[@BigRedEDC]

Right on!👍