Ka-Bar/TDI Pocket Strike

What can I say? When I saw a Instagram post by Ka-Bar I knew i had to have this little beauty. In my opinion it is a great self defense/last ditch choice. The fact it has Ka-bar's stamp of approval just sealed the deal for me
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[@jasonscoggins01]

Thank you for the video. You speak well and the inflection in your voice is great. NOT boring and I appreciate the energy

[@Tctbnl]

Thank you 👍💯

[@matthewadler1329]

Thanks so much for making this video. I've been really excited for this model. I've had my eye on the original tdi, but for some reason I never jumped on it. When I saw this, I realized why that was. Oh btw, one thing I like to do when doing a cut test is 1. Paper towel cut. Only very sharp knives will cut it, and after stropping, I even use tissues. 2. Packing peanuts are great too! I love to make super thin slices with a laser edge after honing a blade. Just a thought. Can't wait for this delivery!

[@Tctbnl]

Thanks for those suggestions on possible new cut tests

[@RaulRodriguez-yj4wr]

Nice to see a video of the pocket strike, i was looking for a video of this knife since they upload that picture on instagram. Good one bro

[@Tctbnl]

Thank you brother

[@dexternorman6283]

I just received my TDI pocket strike today May 12 2021 and i absolutely love it

[@Tctbnl]

It’s a awesome self defense choice

[@gyffesme]

I like the knife. My big concern after seeing the review at Knifecenter was its verrrry positive retention: this knife wants to stay in the sheath. So far, I’ve been able to draw it from my pocket or waistband only once without bringing the sheath with it. That’s gonna diminish the utility of quick-deployment in times of stress! Yes, I will have no worries if I switch out that clip for something that allows inverted carry, but until then, it’s less useful to me than just about any of my pocket folders in terms of speed of deployment. NOT what one wants from a fixed blade of this design.

[@Tctbnl]

Very good points

[@ADSUPINTHIS]

You just push outward and pull up at the same time should come out every time.

[@Tctbnl]

It sometimes it dont

[@coldsteelcollector808]

TDI knives are awesome...I EDC a 1485 and love it...I also own two of the 1480’s but don’t carry those as often

[@Tctbnl]

I have a couple, and hands down this is my favorite one

[@brandonperkins9844]

So I bought this knife and I really like it I like the style of the blade I’m not a huge talon style blade fan that’s normally on karambit knifes so that’s what really drew me to this knife I’m also a ka-bar fan but the sheath at first was awful the blade retention on it was so tight it was almost impossible to take out of the pocket without the sheath coming with it. You can see the two locking tabs on the side of the sheath and if you look inside the sheath they’re fairly big and really close together and the way they’re designed doesn’t really allow knifes to come back through easily. Simple fix though just take something that can’t fit in the little gaps where one of the tabs are and just bend it back some and it frees up the knife a lot more you still have good blade retention but can extract it much much easier.

[@Tctbnl]

good info

[@brandonperkins9844]

@@Tctbnl Yes sir. A little flat head does the trick.

[@shaeddar1]

i carry my cold steel double agent II the same way this looks like an improvement on it :D i like 1 ring ona knife better than the 2 and this one got a more durable point

[@Tctbnl]

Good point

[@sams9185]

CS DA II would hurt if you were to be disarmed. Ah, fingers are just for looks anyways. :D Nice blade though.

[@shaeddar1]

@@sams9185 but dont know why its double the price.. nearly the same knife

[@scotttueller6930]

I really like the design. I wish it was made with ka bar’s crovan 1095 though. I would pay more for it in carbon steel and a better sheath. I am still going to get it though. Self defense handle with a utilitarian blade. I like it.

[@Tctbnl]

Thanks for watching brother

[@podsmpsg1]

AUS8A keeps cost down and has better corrosion resistance.

[@gyffesme]

@@podsmpsg1 Frankly, I'm a fan of AUS-8 -- takes a decent edge and resharpens easily. Trying to resharpen my ZDP-189 or M390 blades is brutal.

[@cloudnine8842]

I subscribed cause I are the first to ever say "what can I do to get your sub" and not just expect it cause I'm watching your vid. 👍 Btw good review of your ka-bar I have been on a ka-bar kick lately. I just picked up a full serrated small tdi and did the mods to the sheathe myself. I'm thinking about getting the "investigator" also. I had the large before and it was kinda big for my EDC. I have a CCW but been carrying my knives more lately.

[@Tctbnl]

Thank you brother

[@oscarlamonte3148]

I have one and use my pinky so its full in my hand!! A little touch up once in awhile doesn't hurt.. I hope your not the same guy that had problems opening the SOG SEAL FLIPPER with the hole option!! And made that grunting NOISE!! I bought mine off of AMAZON 2 months ago. 72.00$$

[@Tctbnl]

I don’t own a Sog seal flipper, so it’s not me you are thinking of

[@oscarlamonte3148]

Sorry about that BUDD!! I grab the POCKET STRIKE with my pinky so i already have a full hand on the shaft.. I've noticed that when you keep drawing it the blade does become a little DULL.. So i always check it and give it a tune up. But like you when i seen this thing i was, i gotta get that ONE!! I'm a huge fan a proven under duress fan, of A blade with a retention RING. To me there just a lot more stable!! I just ordered the TOPS DEVIL'S CLAW 2 with the ring, i don't do vids but I'll let you know what i think.. THANKS!!👍👌👀😃

[@gregdorey3394]

I draw this knife in reverse grip with my index finger. Just my preference. I enjoy this knife.

[@Tctbnl]

It’s a great option for a fixed blade edc

[@andrewdesalvo9891]

Can you switch the pocket clip to the other side of the sheath for edge forward draw? Also, would you say the ring is suitable for reverse grip like with a standard karambit?

[@Tctbnl]

From what i remember, there is no pocket clip 👍💯

[@gabrielbigcat8698]

Its ment to be pulled and held like a karambit

[@Tctbnl]

I get that, I tried to show something different. Thanks for watching brother

[@gabrielbigcat8698]

@@Tctbnl i wish the sheath was way smaller looks very bulky how does it fit in the pocket ???

[@Tctbnl]

Fits perfect, dosent take up as much real estate as you would think

[@superkool7]

Nice man! Just got one yesterday good to see this video! Subscribed as well! Great channel friend. EDIT: I got mine at Smokey mountain knife works for 57 bucks shipped :)

[@Tctbnl]

Ty brother

[@cassanoa]

you should have shown how you wear it so people get an idea how it carries - it is the kind of knife made for quick draw in close quarters

[@Tctbnl]

👍💯

[@glennhalim9161]

I just bought tdi pocket strike a few day ago. The edge always unsharp after i sheath and unsheath it. I try shrapening it with sharpmaker, and it is easily get sharp,. But after sheath and unsheath, maybe 5 times. The edge become dull again. Very disappointed.

[@Tctbnl]

Gotta be a really tight fit with the kylee. I haven’t had that issue yet

[@Bubba_Fett_]

Only wish the steel was better; would gladly pay more for a harder steel. this steel is fairly soft - do try using the knife for utility- tip will likely break on ya. other then that love the design.

[@Tctbnl]

👍💯👍💯

[@bodhi974]

Just bought one on Blade HQ, 49.95 + shipping.

[@Tctbnl]

Sweet

[@BeardCode]

Love that design and that black on black look it has 🔥

[@Tctbnl]

Right brother! It’s one sick blade

[@2326TX]

It looks like the browning br727 (wild child) from 10 years ago.

[@Tctbnl]

Not familiar with that one, I’ll have to look it up

[@Nightwolf866]

Ok..it does not cut well.. my BIG question is how does it deploy under stress 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Tctbnl]

Thank god I haven’t had to use it in that kind of situation yet.

[@Nightwolf866]

@@Tctbnl big ? About that sheat. How does it carry, does it fit a tec Lock? Can I switch the pocket clip to other side...🤷🏻‍♂️ But nice I can see the blade finally at least.

[@Tctbnl]

Not designed for a tek lok. Pocket clip is reversible. Carry’s like a folding blade in the pocket

[@Nightwolf866]

@@Tctbnl I found one that has what I want. Tops devil's claw 2 💪

This should be deployed as a karambit. That way it should be fast.

[@johnromero5487]

Just got the knife in the mail. Very nice knife but not a fan of the sheath at all. May try to find a leather sheath instead.

[@Tctbnl]

The sheath does take some getting used to.

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

Chris my brother 👊

[@Tctbnl]

Brother dB 👍👍👍👍👍

[@jeremysepulveda610]

Great vid

[@Tctbnl]

thank you

[@carlpolly8740]

Want to bye it I am doing my home work own it. I am a Ka- Bar fan for sire.

[@Tctbnl]

👍💯

[@freeze1617]

A few minuses alot sticks out of pocket someone can pull it out of your pocket no scout carry option

[@Tctbnl]

If someone gets that close to you to disarm ya, you have another issue brother

[@freeze1617]

@@Tctbnl I dont like to advertise what i am carrying. I edc a 15 round handgun with a reload, a folder, a double edged fixed blade scout carry weak side and you would never see any of it.

[@tonyparhamii4431]

Nice video bro, out of curiosity, you live in WA?

[@Tctbnl]

Yes I do

[@tonyparhamii4431]

Yeehaw! Me too! Moving to Montana in about 3 weeks, wish me luck. Also do you think some gutted paracord around the handle would render the sheath useless?

[@Tctbnl]

Dunno, will have to try it

[@Errror404]

$45.61 on Tomars Ka-Bar Knives as of 11/02/20.

[@Tctbnl]

Thanks for sharing that 👍👍👍👍👍😀

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

I like that one bro!!!

[@Tctbnl]

It has made its way into my daily carry for sure

[@DeliberatelyBearded]

sweet

[@NZComfort]

Put that knife though some outdoor paces and see how it holds up!

[@Tctbnl]

I know, we tend to do things a bit different on the channel

[@NZComfort]

Sorry, allow me to clarify. In response to your request, I would like to see a video of you using the knife in outdoor tasks to see how it performs and handles. Didn’t mean to come off sounding like a jerk.

[@Tctbnl]

You didn’t, trust me. I just do things a bit differently here on my channel. I don’t have sponsors, I have to pay for everything you see. So instead of trying to break a blade like other channels do, I tend to give a overall view of the blade

[@podsmpsg1]

Would you recommend it?.

[@Tctbnl]

Yes

[@podsmpsg1]

@@Tctbnl thanks.

[@billrivers7558]

Needs a bit of work but I like the design

[@Tctbnl]

What would you change brother?

[@robbrannen193]

👍

[@Tctbnl]

👍💯

[@freydough3178]

Is this legal to carry in california

[@Tctbnl]

Zero clue if it is. Not too familiar with Cali knife laws

[@granitejeepc3651]

You use your your pinky finger to draw or if dont like that---your trigger finger.

[@Tctbnl]

I showed that in the review, 👍💯

[@amorreyes8335]

How to ordet this pls

[@Tctbnl]

Kabar s webstore

[@richardhenry1969]

I like the looks but I think it would be better if it was serrated. I tend to carry big knives an a push dagger in my waist. But I live in Baltimore so knives are one of our only options. CCP are not easy to get. I was pretty much trained that stabbing someone is not very defendable. It’s much easier to cut and get away. Not that a great lawyer can’t get someone off. I don’t have money for a bad lawyer let alone a good one. Anyway with slicing in mind I prefer a long blade. An intimidating always helps. Of course the same people told me not to stab also say a knife is to be felt never seen. So I guess intimidation is not good. Anyway my only thing I don’t like is the length of blade but then it wouldn’t be easy to carry. I guess if it goes down to $35 range I would get one but it’s not a $60 knife to me really the $25 le Duck knife would do the same thing.

[@Tctbnl]

Interesting thoughts 👍💯

[@peytonkellar4621]

Bro I thought the same thing!

[@peytonkellar4621]

Ans the rotating sheath is great on the le duck

[@viktor8894]

Классный нож. Хочу себе в коллекцию!

[@Tctbnl]

Huh?

[@BBE22OOOWH]

@@Tctbnl hahaha

[@lvbuckeye]

AUS-8 is a deal breaker.

[@Tctbnl]

I get that

[@lvbuckeye]

@@Tctbnl I mean, I think AUS-8 is fine in a $29 CRKT M16-01KZ, but not in a $65 Ka-Bar. If it had their 1095 Cro-Van, I would be all over it, especially if I had an Armatus Carry sheath for it. I adore my BK14 with its Armatus sheath and TKC G10 scales, though that more than doubled the cost. 😆 However, a BK11 weighs 90 grams, a BK14 weighs 68 grams, and this TDI Pocket Strike weighs 181 grams, so maybe that's the reason that they went with the cheaper steel. This knife is CHONKY! It's also quite possible (actually probable imo) that Ka-Bar has a better heat treat than CRKT, so who knows. Hardly anyone uses 440C any more, especially with all the powder crucible steels these days, but I'll trust the Buck Knives 440C heat treat with my life. Not so much with the CRKT AUS-8 heat treat. I WILL say that if my CRKT M16-03KS (the frame lock variant) had a tip-up carry option, it would most certainly be in my EDC rotation. It's a sweet little flipper. Folders gotta be tip-up FOR ME. I have an awesome Protech auto that I never carry because it's tip-down. FeelsBadMan. Idk, it sucks because i WANT this sweet blade, but not in AUS-8. I will GLADLY pay $100+ if they offer it in 1095 Cro-Van.

[@Abdullah-uw1xh]

Allah support to you work for the family member

[@Tctbnl]

👍💯👍💯

[@Abdullah-uw1xh]

Please share me a ka bar TBL knife

[@Tctbnl]

Search my channel, I have reviewed a couple

[@tactikiller]

Oh, this is a tyrant red coat knife. Good to know, no longer interested #DontTreadOnMe

[@Tctbnl]

Gonna have to look that one up

[@Apex_grind562]

Very cheap aus 8.

[@Tctbnl]

Thanks for watching 👍💯

[@Apex_grind562]

@@Tctbnl you are welcome. I'd change that design but costs would go up. Instead of Aus 8 I'd go at minimum a 154 cm or cpm S35v. And plastic sheaths are bulky and suck. So , I'd design it with kydex. First responders deserve the best. Aus 8 chips and had virtually no edge retention. Plastic injected sheaths are terribly bulky. But people don't know cutlery.