Best Pocket Fixed Blade EDC Knives in 2021

[@Gerginthehat]

My coworkers already think Im a wierdo. The wrench knife suits me.

[@dick_richards]

I love it too! But realllly look at who the one's casting judgements truely are. Something (other then your love of Knives) tell's me I'd probably rather hang out with you, then any of said co-workers. Lol then again maybe not... lol 😉

[@ryanfrank7758]

The wrench knife NEEDS me

[@OneWheelLess]

That’s my edc. Just feels right. As soon as I saw it I had to have it.

[@gabegrazier2604]

Hey there is no problem I

[@awallerfamily]

That wrench knife is dope. Definitely getting one.

[@MatthewMorse]

I'd love to see a video where you show how folks are carrying these. Back pocket, front pocket, waistband... Just to sort of show how they might print during normal tasks like working, shopping, playing with the kids at the park, etc. If not for all of the knives, then at least some suggestions on how you can discretely carry a fixed blade knife.

[@isaacchapman393]

Why so you can look at everyone’s behinds?

[@JDog-up7fl]

Why don’t you just try it yourself. Why do do you need someone to hold your hand. Don’t you have imagination.

[@MatthewMorse]

@@JDog-up7flgreat idea. Thanks chief!

[@wagstag89]

I never thought I'd edc a fixed blade but I've been carrying a mora Robust everyday for the last 2 years. I clip the sheath to my belt but have the rest of the sheath tucked into my back pocket next to my wallet and I never notice it until I need it and it's completely hidden if your shirts not tucked in but super fast and handy to use. Plus I'm a mechanic and beat the hell out everything including a knife so a cheap but super durable fixed blade is really nice. I also love the fact that my entire front pocket is free because I no longer carry a sturdy folding knife

[@maxlei3241]

I love that you show all knives on the table at all times! Makes is easier to skip over the kvines you have no interest in.

[@Gillysaurxx]

Everything is timestamped in the description

[@maxlei3241]

@@Gillysaurxx yeah but sometimes you don't know what knife it is just by the name

[@Trustee-of-The-Most-High]

I agree, even better he line them up in the order of the video so you can skip and move to what you're looking

[@tunturikuningas5393]

Don't skip! You can learn a lot when you watch the whole video 😁

[@what76485]

I carry a wrench because I work in theatrical lighting. Crescent wrench is the one tool all stage hands have. So that knife is perfect.

[@donsmith8300]

I love the kbar that looks like it was made out of a crescent wrench!

[@Denvertubester]

Is that a wrench in your pocket or....

[@rodneyalaking8241]

FYI: If you’re going to pocket carry a sheathed knife with a pocket clip, it works much better if the pocket hem is horizontal. Slanted pockets don’t really work all that well.

[@wreckz9145]

Yeah I carry my fixed blade in my back pocket handle is still visible bottom of the sheath is not so harder to make out what it is

[@keegans5695]

Another way to consider carrying a fixed blade if you need a low profile is lanyard waistband carry. CRKT's video on the Burnley Obake has a good demonstration as that knife was designed for that style of carry, but it works for pretty much any knife with a riveted sheath. All you do is tie a length of cord to the tip of the sheath, loop the cord around your belt, and slip the knife into your waistband or pocket. When you draw, the sheath should clear your body before the knife comes out, making it safe to draw quickly and re-sheath without stabbing yourself in the side.

[@Tim1768-r5r]

Carry my Kwaiken Fixed with an Ulti 2.2 inside the waistband here in Germany 🇩🇪 And it is legal. No discussions about one hand opening or locking knives anymore 🙃!

[@JamesTheAxeThrower]

They finally got rid of some of the ridiculous knife laws? When did that happen?

[@Tim1768-r5r]

@@JamesTheAxeThrower No, they did not, but you have three options in Germany: 1. fixed blade below 12cm, 2. one-hand-opening and non-locking or 3. two-hand opening and locking . (locking and one-hand is prohibited). Problem 1: you can open every knife with one hand. Problem 2: recently they decided, that even a UKPK is „locking“, because your finger prevents it from closing. Conclusion: __Ever__ folder is locking and one-hand-opening 🙁🙁🙁 (if your officer wants it that way). So, if you want to be on the save side: Carry a 11,5 cm fixed blade.

[@keithcon3505]

The fit and finish on the viper koi is amazing for the price.

[@RETOKSQUID]

Gave everyone in the family a CRKT S.P.E.W. for Christmas a few years ago and it has been everyone's favorite ever since. Would like to see an updated version of it (better steel, different scale options)

[@bothompson4911]

I have a Spew too, an it actually gets carried more than any other due to the different options on carry, mine is a front cross draw. I don't remember the steel on it. But I swear to me it was tuffer putting a mirror finish on the edge than my D2's an Aus 10's. Great lol knife though!

[@weege5.45]

I have a spew and the sheath is terrible. So bad I leave it at home and prefer my minimalist if I want a fixed blade. Lately I've been carrying a Natrix.

[@malcifer85]

Love my S.P.E.W.! I'm a big fan of wharncliffe blades in general but the spew is almost perfect for a pocket fixed blade, better steel and another 1/4 inch added to the handle and it would never leave my pocket!

[@charlesforbin8526]

They updated the steel (slightly) on the special edition Minimalists, I hope they'll update it for the regular Folts designs

[@JustinCase-em6ql]

I wear one Spew horizontally on my belt just right of buckle, for right handed death of box, plastic package, dog, human. I wear the other Spew hanging from my neck, under my shirt when I run outside.

[@doohresarf321]

I want to say that benchmade is out of their minds pricing a small fixed blade like that, but then I remember that I own multiple spyderco fixed blades.

[@mikecarr1484]

I know a black out bug out was 155.00. so since the bushcrafter was 200.00 . What's 50 more bucks for 3 times the knife. So I still do not have a bug out ..I own many other benchmade. But it forced me into buying the bushcrafter. I can't justify 150 160 for such a small knife. When their giant bushcrafter was 200. Always wanted a bushcrafter. But damn. All their folders were up to 300 bucks.

[@mikecarr1484]

288.00 for a 940 osborne with carbon fiber.

[@allanbranson]

I love my benchmades-I have the cheaper hidden canyon in s30v-I carried that edc for a year-great knife. I only stopped carrying it so I can carry a guardian 3.5-I wanted a bit more blade. But that hidden canyon worked great on cleaning my deer last season.

[@phuongvu527]

War of insects. Butterfly vs Spider. (I already know that spider is not an insect but well...)

[@DrTrenchmouth]

DCA and company. I'd love to see an updated version of this video for 2023

[@MarkRVillano]

One of the few channels where I click the "Thumbs Up" button before I even watch the video, (just in case I might forget).

[@csquared4538]

While it certainly helps them out, I think this is one of the few channels that doesnt benefit from likes as much as a traditional youtuber. They're selling knives, obviously, that's why the channel exists. Others really need views and exposure in order to get ad revenue from KZbin algorithm. Just saying you should help out all of the creators you support! 🙂

[@Xander_Park]

@@csquared4538 LMFAO 🤣😅🤣

[@MarkRVillano]

@@Xander_Park I was going to thank Karen myself, but I see that you've done it for me.

[@smilemore1997]

@@csquared4538 I don’t see anything wrong with your comment?

[@smilemore1997]

@@Xander_Park why..?

[@Adam.297]

The Mikro quickly became my favorite knife, not just fixed blade. I added a lanyard and it completely changed the feel. Just gotta watch what you walk by with the magnet.

[@donewithmodernlife]

Big Esee fan, I carry an Izula all the time. That purple Candiru with the orange scales made me immediately think of the Joker. He is a knife guy after all! Enjoyed the content, you’ve earned my subscription.

[@DeltaJulietPapa]

I’ve been EDC’ing a Benchmade 200 Puukko in a custom kydex sheath for about the last year and a half. It’s been a joy to carry and use, and I couldn’t recommend it more highly! The only thing that ~might~ make it better is if somebody were to start producing thinner, aftermarket, micarta scales for it. That said, the factory Santoprene handle is very comfortable and perfectly serviceable.

[@grimbo73]

as soon as I heard you say Skipjack, I knew there was a connection to Maryland...my cousin use to play for the Skipjacks years ago

[@Elrond_Hubbard1]

That little scribe knife is awesome! Ordering one this week. That's the type a knife a working man would actually use all the time! Can't think of better option for a pocket shirt carry.

[@bushguy9710]

I have it, great for small cuts, boxes and mail, in some cases a food knife and fork, and in general it’s a weird one

[@2873lonewolf]

I have to say, as many already DCA, very informative choices and explanations. I also have to commend you on how you promote your company. You gave your brand no more attention than any other, for that sir I have much respect. Thanks for being you DCA!

[@matthewhodge3405]

I'm obsessed with fixed blade pocket carry. I first saw PM101 do it, and loved the idea. The Ulticlip works so well for this.

[@always_edc9112]

Did this guy just make the pocket fixed blade of the year? I think so that thing is sick!!

[@knifecenter]

Thanks Gino! -DCA

[@hondasaki900]

"Gentleman's pocket fixed blade". Lol that's a new one.

[@brianlash154]

Well sure, but some people don't want to risk the gamble of a folding knife and prefer a fixed blade that's small enough to pocket and not scare off the dainty first date ;)

[@hugoamkreutz2081]

@@brianlash154 thats what I'm sayin

[@christopherneedham9584]

@Lamedon McBorough why wouldn't you bring a knife to a date?

[@stev866]

@Lamedon McBorough Just in case you need it

[@joharakiri]

I gotta say I usually tend to go for the tactical aesthetic but that skipjack is an absolute beauty! The color scheme and the materials work so well together, kind of colorful without a hint of tackiness. By the way one brand to look out for if you want a decent and pocketable fixed blade for dirt cheap is Schrade. They use AUS8 and AUS10A steel which in my opinion is just fine for a knife like that and their cheapest neck knife cost around 20 bucks. Not quite premium but does the trick.

[@danielgarity3522]

This is still by far one of my favorite videos. I’m a compact knife kind of guy and Iove these little edc pocket fixed blades

[@johndudley9118]

This guy knows his stuff .👍

[@JohnS858]

Not really... David C. Anderson is much much more knowledgable than this guy.

[@johndudley9118]

@@JohnS858 Yes I agree John sucker 4 sure !

[@catfishcave379]

@@JohnS858 I agree; this guy is alright but he don’t know squat compared to DCA.

[@johndudley9118]

@Ethan Donald '20 right on man !

[@charlescollier7217]

Love this subject, Mr. Andersen. The Ruike Hornet (F815) is a winner in this category, though bigger than most of the other contenders. It's very slicey, good ergos and handle size, utilitarian shape, stainless, and tough (is made from 14c28N).

[@charlesbersola8250]

Bastinelli making it into a list makes me so happy. I have the Mako, and it's comfy as heck

[@SharkJumper88]

I pocket carry a Becker campanion in my rotation and would enjoy seeing your front bolt hole lanyard set up in a future video. Thanks for the fixed edc love

[@Jsmith9055]

I have an L.T. Wright Patriot with double red micarta that is in my EDC rotation. I made a leather sheath so i can appendix cross draw carry it. Its a beautiful knife and my sheath turned out pretty good as well

[@dustymileroad]

Man! That Skipjack stole the show! Beautiful work and stunning colors. The sheath is superb as well, love the traditional appeal of the Blade/Sheath package.

[@imthedude5035]

The benchmade hidden canyons sheath fits into most 5th pockets, I just toss the whole thing in the pocket, works really well

[@jayharry2237]

I've been experimenting with different FB carry positions. In summer I primarily do neck knives as I'm usually in work out attire (when not working). In fall though, I love a good hoodie, and I tie the paracord to my belt, then slide the knife into the front hoodie pocket. Works great for a seruptitious draw in self defense scenario.

[@mattg6106]

I actually bought that SOG knife after my previous knife got left at a friend's house by accident. It has actually now become my every day carry.

[@megaronknives3032]

That Skipjack is gorgeous!

[@RuffStuff420]

Pocket fixed blade enthusiast here. Any short handled fixed blade that has a 3mm hole at the end of the handle can be "gorilla" gripped with a fairly simple paracord fobb. I prefer snake knots, but you can just as easily do a short solomon bar as well.

[@gcavazos01]

“A nice rigid amount of flex” that’s the best description if I’ve ever heard one

[@nunninkav]

I EDC the Ka Bar Wrench Knife, I did have a deep slip sheath made for it by a leather crafter. It is so thin with no scales you barely notice it. It does dull quick, but you can bring it back to shave sharp in 10 minutes on a wet stone. ** Also IT'S A THICK BOY! The blade stock is very thick for such a small knife.

[@pgreenberg66]

I'm glad you designed a knife that fits your "slightly larger than average hand" Best of luck with that. 👏

[@fishingjoe683]

I've carried a boker rhino for my pocket edc for a few years now and absolutely love it.

[@Cadwallader38]

My favorites are the Planck and the Double Agent.

[@twiceborn_by_grace]

Your design made me smile being from the country. It reminds me of John Deere 👍🏾👍🏾

[@johnmckinney1493]

Live in Portland so I just got a gerber principal, love it

[@Now_Roger_That]

I've been waiting for this video for forever. I have owned the SOG Instinct (not the mini) for about 2 years. I love the little knife, just wish it had a 4 finger grip. While the sheath can be set up in almost any ambidextrous orientation, the retaining screw tends to come loose and the knife slings around or just falls off. I carry it in scout position, but unfortunately the clip doesn't hold very well. I tend to find my knife (with sheath) falling off or still in chairs when I get up. @KnifeCenter if you find a great full grip edc knife I can carry in scout on a pair of shorts sans belt, you'd make my day.

[@brandens7615]

You ever try loktight on the retaining scree

[@zulwhite6007]

That Skipjack will be my new favourite EDC knife. Good jod David., you know what's the best...!! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@ungabunga6735]

I love that they give so many price range options in these videos in the same style knives and provide details. After watching about 30 of these videos I was wondering why I haven’t subscribed yet

[@cursedconnoisseur664]

That knife you designed is literally perfect for me. I want one so bad

[@dwaynoinsano5053]

Im digging the Goliath! Might have to pick one up.

[@zacktodd9835]

Man the little sheep’s foot with the leather sheath held by magnets is slick

[@henryaveryii7722]

Nice to see mummert get some love

[@joevincer8337]

Best knife sales guy on the tube!

[@freman007]

Cold Steel's Peacemaker 3, their 4" Morakniv, has a sheath that can be clipped to your pocket, effectively making it a pocket fixed blade.

[@unfi6798]

My dad got two of your knives. He loves it due to its functionality. Cheers mate.

[@12gageshot]

I really like your knife. I didn't know that I was looking for a pocket fixed blade. But now I do.

[@julian5857]

I love fixed blades. Can y'all do a vid about bigger ones? Some that your wouldn't put in you pocket but rather on your belt or smth

[@combatselfdefenseacademy6072]

I carry a Kershaw double edge boot knife in my pocket. The clip works great as a release.

[@drbelli]

7:34 thats a nostalgic color combo for me as well, it reminded me of a chewing gum spool - tape like bubblegum that came out when i was a kid, ...and after we realize that we have so mANly looking tactical knives, its silly not to fancy a colorful new blade... i luved it.

[@concernedpatriot.2221]

Cool episode. Very surprised you didn’t mention the Ka-Bar TDI. That knife is carried by 90% of the law enforcement officers as their “ handgun retention tool “. It’s what I carry every day to protect against someone trying to snatch my sidearm.

[@wesleygetsinger1859]

Yeah I carry one too I'm fat so it helps too with how the handle is curved so it doesn't dig into my stomach

[@mostmuscular619]

The Hoback Goliath looks like a solid EDC option with a great sheath. More blade style options would be nice and without that "Jade G10" snot color. Love the Voxnaes designs, they just need larger finger choils. This MKM Mikro looks to have finally have the finger choil size necessary for legit usage.

[@knifecenter]

There is a white and OD green option available as well with the link in the description. Cheers! -DCA

[@tizben]

You can color dye that natural g10

[@richarddelotto2375]

Purple and orange are a good idea.. I am tired of loosing black knives on black counters.

[@robertchambers879]

I really liked the wrench knife too. That’s going to be my next purchase.

[@joemamaisfat]

I've carried one of those Urban Pals for three years now every single day. Fits in the 5th pocket very well as said. I usually just put it in my boots or put it between the shoelaces on my boots. Those serrations are gnarly, definitley could ruin someones day, great for self defence/backup knife.

[@spaceman5563]

Skipjack, best of the lot. My opinion only. Thanks David, another “ knife class “ if you will. Always learn something new.

[@mikelisenba9190]

Some of my favorite fixed blades for pocket carry are Busses Active Duty’s and Mean Streets. I also like to pocket carry an Ontario Rat 3 and the ESEE 3.

[@Juiceboxdan72]

I had one of those Cold Steel Urban Palls! It's so small that it's practically a joke knife, but it worked very well! Of course, you are not limited to a push-dagger type grip, you can hold it in a similar position to a normal utility knife. I wouldn't really want to get punched with it either, although it's not going to kill anyone.

[@variabl3]

... Any blade can kill. Don't ever let yourself think otherwise.

[@-_-_-_-318]

Skipjack looks great, I want one.

[@King88_8]

My Ed Halligan CRKT stiff kiss still on rotation!

[@timwhite5562]

I've been carrying a CRKT SPEW for years now. Actually I've carried one of three because I had to replace the first two. They didn't break, I lost them each time. This was when I had them mounted to my messenger bag, I'd think I slid it into the sheath when I hadn't. I check twice every time now.

[@holmes2210]

Bought myself a k-bar wrench love it, use it hard everyday at work and it holds up great. I'm in Australia so knives aren't super cool in public so I like that it doesn't look like I'm carrying a knife because I'd hate for someone to get freaked out.

[@jtelevenoyd1571]

Having a good chuckle at "Candiru." Someone at ESEE has a delightfully sick sense of humor.

[@myoptik3x103]

Not many knives named for a fish that swims up your plonk and embeds itself in you bladder. Shudder.

[@jtelevenoyd1571]

If nothing else, that should qualify as deep concealment.

[@timbo4374]

My edc fixed blades are the LT Wright Patriot, LT Wright Frontier Trapper, Dan Tope Lucky Seven, and Tops MSK 2.5.

[@willcresson8776]

I have a knock off Bastinelli Picoeur and I love it. Its my back up, back pocket knife.

[@joshmorris5248]

DCA I knew there was something I liked about you!! MD born and raised!

[@alexlicata1270]

Respect the fact you waited til the end to mention yours!

[@ralphaelt.novella2547]

Fixed blade for My pocket!!!....I need one...❤👍😁

[@greywindLOSP]

Big Man that Skipjack caught my eye , excellent design great steel got to find one! Thanks for sharing.......ATB

[@captainskippy6622]

I carry a fixed blade (Izula), a Spyderco Shaman, and a Skeletool every day. All have their purpose.

[@dustinewing7974]

I like the look of that little Skipjack! Especially the satin finish

[@1badombre82]

Bro I've been collecting knifes and carrying them for practical use since I was 12 and you just taught me some awesome stuff! I will definately be getting 1 of those clips to convert my favorite neck knife. Thanks!

[@bloodlove93]

Not bad. Believe it or not, I started collecting knives when I was five...I still have that shitty little Chinese pen knife. Stopped after around 60 blades. 1.money issues that continue several years later. 2. Just had so many amazing knives that did everything I needed or could think of.

[@kiligran9904]

I own the jade goliath and few things I can say about this knife Its comes pretty sharp (you can cut hair pretty easy) The knife is extremly lightweight and also unbelievable well made. The jade is pretty cool to look at and the tanto style is excellent for different cutting. The only thing is the price who matters for some people, not for me ;) but its very good made and I can recommend it if you wanna have a second edc knife.

[@Trenton314]

Just bought the Viper Berus 2 sheaps foot with green handles. Love it so far. Thanks so much for your video was very helpful in picking out my 1st true edc fixed blade.

[@jeremynedrow7003]

I love edcing a fixed blade.

[@raymondwilliams2609]

You knew I was going to say this, didn't you, David?!! Out of all of them it has to be..... The Nordsmith! Just wish I had Nordsmith money..... 🥺

[@Rime0ne]

I'm definitely a folder guy through and through but I was actually thinking about trying out a fixed blade lately. The one that really caught my attention was the Artisan Cutlery Sea Snake designed by Michael Emler. I think that would have fit in well for this video.

[@codyrinehart5479]

Is the fold knife an old timer? If not are you considering starting to wear dresses as well

[@Rime0ne]

@@codyrinehart5479 Nope. But speaking of dresses, can you tell your mother to come pick hers up. It's been on my bedroom floor for a week🤣🤣🤣

[@codyrinehart5479]

@@Rime0ne first off clean your room more often and you probably get a better caliber of woman. And she said it’s yours for when you made breakfast for me while having my cutlery sea snake in your mouth

[@bloodlove93]

Regardless of what you have or haven't bought I'd like to recommend the gryphon m10. Its an excellent small sheath knife, its made of vg10,4 inch long blade, spear point, easy to use multi mount sheath. Only like $120 and designed by Robert terzuola. A fantastic knife I've carried every day for several years.

[@testaklese]

I carry an Esee 3 usually. It's pretty chunky and people sometimes notice it sticking out of my pocket but it's an awesome knife and I don't care about people seeing it.

[@nitrorc4life1]

Cold steel mini pendleton is one of my go to for pocket or neck carry

[@Prippster]

The Skipjack is my absolute favorite, I really need one DCA.

[@kylehatton8886]

i love your commentary on these knives really love your channel. One of the best youtube pages i’ve followed in a while

[@jaredm.7989]

Check out the clinch pick knife , carried on the weak side horizontally on the belt, used for up close / grappling defense. the SOG neck knife can be carried in the same fashion

[@AnthonyIlstonJones]

My better half really likes the ESEE Candiru, I think she was more swayed by the colour than the actual utility of the knife though. 😂 Personally I like the KA-BAR, it just looks like a practical tool with no frills (a bit like me).

[@ronhard7544]

I would love to see a best self defense knives video. With knives especially made for this purpose.

[@jimdobbs1861]

The handle might be a little long. But, the TOPS Rapid Strike is a great choice. I really like the one I have. They come in single edge and double edge. And has decent steel also, 154cm.

[@jawaring4367]

I'm not gonna lie, we don't always see eye to eye on what we think makes a knife great; but you have made an amazing fixed blade with that skipjack. It looks perfect to be honest, and I think I have to get one now. I love a full flat grind on anything that isn't big enough for a scandi, and the size of that knife seems perfect. Drop point is obviously the superior blade shape, but maybe the sheath could use some work even though i applaud you for using real leather. You sold me when you first pulled it out; i didn't even need the whole presentation. kudos man

[@jawaring4367]

i also have to get one of those mkm mikros. how cool is that

[@SephDraconic00]

I carry a Bark River JX6 in a Northwoods Ponco sheath with a ExoTac firesteel.

[@shrooman777]

Surprised by no Benchmade SOCP. I’ve pocket carried the larger one and the smaller one would be even easier. They upgraded the clip on the smaller one and actually sent me one of those clips for free. Much better for retention in pocket.

[@dlindo8892]

I carry my Winkler Contingency in my pocket. Love it.

[@MikeJ2319]

Yo your skipjack design is awesome!!! Especially the blade shape, really sleek looking 👀 Definitely made my shortlist this year, maybe when my tax return comes?

[@RobinJamesEricBond]

Excellent video! My current Pocket fixed blade is the Boker plus PryMini Pro in D2 steel. Modified sheepsfoot with a bit of belly, works in gorilla grip/hammer grip. It is however a chonky boy at over 3 ounces (around 100g) with that D2 steel being almost 5mm thick...

[@guycalgary7800]

When I’m out for a hike I often wear my kabar 1117 neck knife. I like it better when running also.

[@theknifepub]

I do own a bunch of knives but most of them folders or leathersheaths and i'm absolutly stoked about the Ulticlips. I will order some today that makes life easier! Thank you !

[@AlexSchmidt-m5z]

I like the look of the slipjack! Well done! I’m going to have to grab one of those!

[@bassistoftheyear]

I'm really digging the nordsmith knife but having almost none of the handle protruding seems like it'd be a hindrance. My pocket knife is more for utility but I do try to keep it available for defense as well.