Best Hard Use Folding Knives of 2020 Available at KnifeCenter

[@joshualicciardello7517]

The media pending between every knife is crazy...

[@joshduffy5078]

Painful.

[@jamesyarbrough4777]

yeah wtf?

[@viralkaos930]

i feel like its sending me subliminal messages and trying to hypnotize me.

[@SpaceLab-ei5sq]

Lol I thought the same thing. Something must've happened within their video editor software

[@Errcyco]

How tf did they not notice lol.

[@jakemorrison548]

I remember when $100 for a knife was pretty pricey. Now, I’m all about budget knives. When I shop for a knife, I set the filter at “Under $100.

[@jerichofalls8236]

Bidenomics

[@kitsnap1228]

WTF with those "Media pending" interuptions between each knife?

[@woodentulike2no]

David..you remain to this day the most concise, well spoken Presenter of all things Knives I have ever heard!😊

[@clydechai1720]

No hard use knives list is complete without a Cold Steel Recon 1 Tanto S35VN

[@trageopar]

Agreed except I prefer the spear point myself. 🍻

[@papayaman78]

@@trageoparI own one. Solid knife.

[@ashmerch2558]

Recon 1 is like the definition of a hard use knife. but that SR1 is THICC

[@austinfreiburger9095]

I'm new to the world of pocket knives and I've been drooling over the Recon 1 clip point. I know $105 isn't that much for a pocket knife but I've been hesitant to bite the bullet. After seeing so many good things being said about them, I might just have to.

[@wesleypangilinan7949]

Is the CS Recon 1 in S35VN a better buy than a Bastinelli Mako fixed blade?

[@jamestucker4833]

When I think about tough folders the Cold steel 4max scout is what I like.

[@TheHallbjorn]

As an 'Under $100' buyer, I've been extremely impressed with the Kizer Justice (partially serrated version) as a "hard use" folder. It's slim enough to easily carry, has plenty of drop point blade, and has a large enough handle to grip comfortably. Has smooth washer opening via thumb studs or flipper and just feels great.

[@Errcyco]

CRKT CK folder is the best $30 you’ll ever spend on a hard use folder.

[@cosmikvratch]

benchmade griptilian! it probably does not qualify because it does not weigh a ton (in french we say "weigh a dead donkey"), and also sells without needing to talk about it ;) but super tough and very reliable locking (axis lock). and it cuts soooo well! :)

[@nativewildman9335]

Personal I like aus8 steel it's better than mov8cr13 steel(correct me if I got it wrong). ColdSteel folding knives can take a lot of hard work they really are a multi use tool.

[@victorcianflone5093]

If I spent $100 on a knife I wrap it in silk and put it in a cedar box, and then pull it out once a year to dust It Off😀

[@cbwelch4]

Ontario Rat 1. I won’t cry if I break it. Same w my Cold Steel Pro Lite.

[@truth-Hurts375]

You are right....imagine you break that $475 D2 piece of shit...

[@dieseldabz7104]

Spyderco Tenacious for a win for cheap work knives under $50

[@dieseldabz7104]

@@truth-Hurts375 YOU won't break a Medford knife, ever! And lifetime warranty to boot of in any event you do. Also it's NOT regular D2 steel, so get educated on the differences please!

[@juangallo4156]

Cold Steel Pocket Bushman. Tricky to open and close, 4116 blade, stainless steel handle. For heavy duty use.

[@MuvoTX]

I have thumped an SR1 through logs for 2 years. Batonned it hard enough to chip and scratch the spine too. For $140 I have no complaints. IMHO its a little easier to pocket carry than the 4 max models.

[@elbowroomtube]

These are pretty expensive for most people and in my opinion, unnecessarily so. I've been using a Kay-Bar Mule, not as EDC, but when I need a heavy duty tool. It's 40 bucks. It never fails. Let's see more affordable quality knives that working guys use.

[@Bam590]

For me cold steel all day

[@markgoggin2014]

What’s with the “Media Pending” screens that keep popping up??

[@spmac101]

What’s with the media pending at the intro to each knife?

[@TheOneAndOnlySame]

The media pends. It seems to be quite self explanatory.

[@spmac101]

TheOneAndOnlySame idk never seen it before.

[@TheOneAndOnlySame]

I was yanking your chain. This is a bug: it comes from the video edition software, Adobe Premiere Pro. This is what the software displays when it is loading the video files that are to be edited together. It should not be visible in the final cut lol It's even weird that it is actually.

[@spmac101]

TheOneAndOnlySame no worries just struck me as odd.

[@spmac101]

WUTRUCASUL? Drugs? I don’t do drugs maybe Snorting limes of Jameson tho

[@johnhulse7109]

I prefer the zero tolerance 0350 a well built heavy duty folder been carrying mine everyday for two years goes every where with me very good knife that won't break the bank

[@rmoraespinto]

Lionsteell always surprises me well. At this point they have, IMHO, the best slipjoints available in the market. Their fixed blade knives are also super. F&F is always premium. And their prices are competitive.

[@bosse641]

Agreed. Very nice the LionSteel. Impressive.

[@etherealicer]

TBH I think Italian are at the top of the game right now... Fox, Viper, LionSteel etc... best knives, best fit and finish... best bang for the buck.

[@wudger901]

What’s with “Media Pending?”

[@williamhartsell6390]

If only emerson and cold steel with a side of demko lock could happen. Like the cqc 15 blade design on a cold steel folder.

[@K3Flyguy]

Folders are for occasions where you would not be expecting to use it other than open a letter, cut a cord, open a package and for dress up occasions. Ranching, farming, camping, tradesmen, or expeditions require a more solid cutting platform. IMO only.

[@wendellknight2072]

Well that would depend on the folder CS folder are good hard use knives but I think a good and strong folder best use is for self defense

[@tamatoa8261]

Personally I won't hard use a folder with liner lock. Liner locks will fail. A Tri-Ad lock will not. I also won't hard use a knife over $100. I can beat the hell out of a Recon 1 that costs less than $100. So my choice is the Recon 1 tanto. I get the best lock on a very good knife for less than $100.

[@prestonhart6088]

I love tantos but I prefer spear point because of the ease of sharpening

[@natek1993]

Cold Steel AD-10 for me. That thing can go through a nuclear war and still stand on top. If not that, i will take The Lionsteel SR11 or ROK. This is the best video to date David and Knife Center.

[@orendz7740]

I like the way you think Nate. I agree 100% with you

[@scotthornaday6018]

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[@dieseldabz7104]

AD-15, AD-20

[@hantusmostert]

4max

[@Richard-nb4iv]

I have the AD-10, love it!

[@damyr]

SOG is the most beautiful, but Hinderer is the one I'd choose.

[@velocitymg]

damyr -SOG is beautiful, but I am digging the Cold Steel SR1 as well although their quality can be a bit hit/miss

[@papayaman78]

@@velocitymg sr1 all the way

[@landscapingspecialist]

Also loving that coldsteel tanto

[@jeffreyxing7177]

If anyone wants a much cheaper alternative to the Emerson Super Commander, try the Kershaw Emerson CQC series. I use the CQC-5k and it has exactly the same features as the super commander, just a tad bit smaller and around 1/10 the price.

[@7ali7]

David your presentation style is fantastic. Very informative but also comes across that you're passionate and knowledgeable. What's with the media pending screen I've not seen that before?

[@kevinmanzano5270]

Al Black yeah me either, thought I was getting hacked lol

[@Mridgwell]

Same here think it's related to coronavirus

[@knifecenter]

We've scanned our editing software and, while it is not infected with COVID-19, it did in fact come down with a case of the hiccups.

[@7ali7]

KnifeCenter Haha I love it! Great job guys keep up the good work 👍

[@MP-iz7tf]

An overlooked hard use knife is the Spyderco Caribbean. I have one I use on my boat, fishing, camping etc. I’d like to see you feature it and get your opinion.

[@JohnFrumFromAmerica]

Agreed it's a great knife. Hard to think of a better folding knife for my use.

[@bwallis100]

My three daily hard use carries are shirogorov f95NL, strider sng fatty, and Curtiss f3 large

[@blackwaterdogs4256]

Excellent choices all ! I`ve owned several of these over the years. Cold Steel`s Triad lock is THE BEAST among folder locks, I`ve never seen a better one. In my pockets right now: Zero Tolerance ZT-0350 in CPM-SV30 (my Go-To knife for the last 10 years), and a Spyderco Manix 2 in CPM 20CV. Gibbs` Rule Number Nine: Never go anywhere without a knife !

[@donspruill]

I never watched NCIS, until I found it on HULU or something. Then I watched 15 seasons. I became aware of Leroy Jethro Gibbs rule number nine. I got myself a Kershaw ZT knife with tiger strips and never go anywhere without a knife.

[@holdernewtshesrearin5471]

Both great heavy duty knives. I carry one of my manix-2s, either a S30V or S110V almost daily and my TUFF gets to go often too. My ZT 0350 gets its share of pocket time as well. Ditto for my 0561. My Cold Steel ultimate hunter in CTS-XHP is in rotation as is my rajah-3 AUS-8A. My Ontario RAT-1 in D2 usually rides backup to my manix-2 most days and my Real Steel H6-S1 gets the nod when i want to run light. When our on the town my Viper Odino, Benchmade 908 stryker or 581 barrage, Boker titan worker, Kizer Ki401X1 or MCUSTA 114D tsuchi gets the nod. Isnt it great to have a knife collection to choose from every morning!

[@pauldayton5285]

I LOVE the SOG Seal XR Flipper 💯🔥❗ For me there isn't another folder out there that has everything that I'm looking for in a knife & performs as well as this SOG ❗ For anyone reading this , don't cheat yourself , treat yourself & go pick up the SOG Seal XR Flipper 💯❤🇺🇸💪❗

[@johnd8322]

What is that “persuader” tool about 🤔

[@progunliberal]

The Medford pushing near 500 bucks with... D2 blade steel? Really? For that money I'd expect m4 or M390 or even s35vn. Wth.

[@craige1965]

Medford for sure the best of the best. I carry a midi Marauder. Built like a tank and the top materials are used. Well worth the cost

[@WillEDC]

I was expecting a video with only Cold Steel

[@scottythebody0811]

I like Cold Steel, I just think they look gimmicky. They look like something you buy at a fair.

[@JonHunter80]

not that it rly, matters, but my fave on this list is SOG SEAL XR... I just got a new Spyderco native 5 S35VN, and it's my fave folder so far, it's under 4oz, so very light

[@captainskippy6622]

I love the Shaman. But one of my favorite hard use knives is the old cold steel Gunsite folder I have. I was a police and fire captain but I’m now retired. I kept that gunsight folder in my bunker coat pocket and used it many times to pry open windows and doors and even one time on a bet to punch through the hood of a car. It’s still going strong in my bug out bag.

[@dennisbrooks240]

You can drill and tap the left scale of the Emerson to switch the pocket clip and orientation top to bottom.

[@easyki84]

"Media pending" wtf?

[@jaysgood10]

Pictures not ready.

[@dieseldabz7104]

And in Chinese

[@LibertyNotLicense]

WTH are these guys thinking?

[@loganjames4607]

@@LibertyNotLicense Lol. Its an adobe premiere screen. Happens when media is not properly imported when editing the video. I am surprised that they uploaded the video like that though.

[@BUZZKILLJRJR]

Yeah for real whats that all about?

[@stavrosstamatakis]

Don’t put any ZT in this category. Beautifully built but certainly not designed for any hard use

[@istvantoth7431]

totally agree!

[@ceefrea]

Buck CSAR-T Pro I love this thing. It's hands down the toughest knife I own, and I have ZTs, Benchmades, etc. It's basically a sharpened pry bar.

[@taylor2105]

I've seen one broken. But it was being used to pry something it really had no business near. Heaviest folder I've ever seen too

[@irahantz5314]

i like the Cold Steel AD-10.

[@clgmafnas]

My favorite hard use folders currently, are: benchmade Contego and SOG Seal xr

[@davidcottom7750]

Hi there bro from the UK, I agree thats my choice as well best price and best looking also best value for money,cool baby stay sharp out there atb Dave

[@corydudley2469]

The DPX HEST folder is top 5 all time I've ever carried not just hard use. Really awesome knife.

[@mustluvkatina]

I had a back lock close on my fingers not good. From then on I only use liner lock knives

[@rogermay5093]

How about a good ole classic? The Buck 110.

[@squashycucumber6144]

It’s not really hard use tho

[@vtxdaryl]

I just ordered a Buck 110 off eBay, it’ll be here soon. I bought it to practice sharpening on my new Work Sharp Precision knife sharpener. The price was right compared to these working knives. My Buck 110 will just be used to open my mail, once I put a razor edge on it. Great video.

[@gregwalker4236]

david's presentations are always excellent, and i try never to miss them...

[@user-hj9md6pw9t]

Every time this guy shows new knives I want to buy one!

[@DONK0]

The fact that any liner locks are on this list is insane.

[@janetowens7288]

Ontario rat 1, not there. Why not? Too inexpensive for this list?

[@patrickwilson443]

I'd throw in the Coldsteel Voyager. Especially for the cost!! $60. You wouldnt feel guilty for thrashing on it.

[@edgblades]

Couldn't agree more! Not going to abuse anything over $100

[@peterwright4647]

I had one for hard daily use and it was great. But too large as a pocket knife for me.

[@cbwelch4]

The Cold Steel knives are most appropriate for this vid.

[@yoda_1165]

C. Welch yup them and ZT.

[@dieseldabz7104]

Yes best bang for your buck for sure, and awesome warranty to boot.

[@jimboethefirst7418]

There's some very good hard use knive there David but the 4Max Scout get me pick and then the SRK 1 by Cold Steel.

[@davidpayne4315]

The way you explain these knives makes me wanna buy one

[@danamez2034]

My sog seal xr arrived with poor heat treatment. No edge and won't take or hold one. It's a tactical butter knife.

[@ronaldrose7593]

Hello David, thank you for sharing this very informative video. You always do a great job in presenting the information. All the best to you.

[@swedishnightfall6781]

Fox Col Moschin Delta Spec. Ops is my preferred hard use folder. I use both the big and the small one. They have Emerson opener, a strong spear point and excellent build quality.

[@stanislawsech5943]

My hard use EDC folder is the 3050 KaBar Mule.

[@thetacticalape8852]

Love my Sog Seal XR. Total beast of a knife. When using their crossbar lock it does kick out the blade nicely. So nice it can open and close with gravity and the weight of that beefy blade. Definitely a knife I will never part with.

[@jamesstraub4981]

$475 for D2 steel is crazy, even if it is a Medford.

[@tomnelson8515]

$475 for a knife? It better come with rechargeable batteries and cut thinks automatically/unassisted. And it better at least be gold plated or gold filled.

[@mattjubie]

I’ll take 2 please

[@Phaminator525]

That would make sense years ago when d2 was high tech

[@ohiogarbageman9507]

@@Phaminator525 its not the same d2 as the sub $100 knives use. Its CPM-D2. A powdered steel D2.

[@Phaminator525]

@@ohiogarbageman9507 CPM d2 is d2 but rust proof right?

[@craigvaccaro3572]

I'm surprised the RAT 1 didn't make the list??

[@thomaschainey3230]

Great video thanks. Love my 4 max scout 62 rq cold steel knife for my favorite heavy use knife. My EDC knife is the Snubby cqc 14 from Emerson with a full size handle and city legal just under 3 inch blade I am very happy with it. I love the grippy scales on both these knives even when my hands were wet. Best wishes to all and stay safe.

[@dannysees]

Ability for lock to self-adjust after some stress and torque, blade tang thickness and width near pivot, thick closed-back handles, stout tip, etc. should be priority but are lacking on a lot of the ones marketed for hard use. You don't want fidget friendly bearings for the pivot or an easy to disengage liner/frame lock. Before you get one of those thinking it's beastly, see how skinny the cut out is...check if it's harder than a typical, dime a dozen D2 flipper to disengage. Likely a tiny bit better when it comes to slipping but not by much...especially with some oil, fat, water, etc. on the knife. You especially don't want a super steel blade liner/frame lock. That's making the surface more likely to slip than a AUS10, VG10, 154CM level or lower steel blade.

[@alexanderchiali]

Grayman Satu is the best heavyduty blade folder....4 in cutting edge heavy duty....i cut ie chopped a 2x4 in half w mine.

[@landscapingspecialist]

And the lionsteel KUR clip point is on my radar. Probably my favorite of the bunch

[@ogenmatic]

Good cross section. The Microtech Socom Elite is worthy of consideration on the list in my opinion.

[@liamredmill9134]

Appreciate modern medium size super steel and strong hinge combination,for whittling log's ( : with those pushing and twisting actions,which presenters rarely mention,and that twisting/pushing strength,that you can't know for certain from pictures alone

[@troymanning3150]

Haven’t been a huge fan of SOG but I really like the Seal XR. Also the SR1! Thanks for the great video.

[@jakegay5753]

XR lock is shit. I've had to send it back 3 times in the past 4 months due to the omega springs failing on me

[@abbas6166]

Where is cold steel AD10 🤔

[@InZaynex7466]

I bought a knife, an Mtech knife and i like it. I knew that the knife was going to be sharp, but i didn’t expect it to be really really sharp, i mean, i barely touched my skin and jet i got hurt by the blade. It’s a really good knife and i’m gonna buy more of them, to collect. ✌🏻

[@uzumlubay]

I chose the Maserin Nimrod which has a nice beefy 4" M390 drop point blade and am very happy with it.

[@randomescu]

i edc a 4MaxScout + a Surge kit with no problem, and im a smaller then average. when i sometimes get scared that i could be caught carrying a knife (any blade is forbidden in Romania), I carry only a SwissCard Lite in my wallet. the Surge kit is bulky and can raise suspicions in some stores. the 4MaxScout wont, if i carry it to the belt.

[@woodentulike2no]

No Ozark Trail $4.87 folders? I am still trying to get mine to fail...

[@dieseldabz7104]

You don't use knives much apparently

[@mattjubie]

Are you chopping Marshmellos?

[@Zippos_And_Doom_Is_All_I_Need]

@@dieseldabz7104 ha, depends how you use your knives. You chopping a car?

[@Zippos_And_Doom_Is_All_I_Need]

@@mattjubie more normal unlike people who try to baton wood with a folder lol

[@bob2swpa]

Cold Steel AD 10 , it’s a beast , I semi retired my ZT562 for it and I love my ZTs. I sell and repair tractors for a living and my knife gets a lot of use. The knives you showed I like the Super Commander, SRK 1 and the Tops Buck collaboration. I prefer the Manix 2 when it comes to Spydercos. Great vid thanks

[@stevetqp9152]

Excellent presentation as always, DCA! I'd call the Cold Steel AD15 LIte a good "hard use" folder, since the tighter one grips its Scorpion lock, the more secure it gets. Though as I'm no metallurgist, I can't speak to the robustness/rust resistance of the AUS10A steel.

[@vibeslide]

My favorite hard use pocket knife is my Eskabar.

[@allanmeyer5559]

Expecting my SOG SEAL XR today!

[@robgilbert3395]

Love these videos. The presenter is thoroughly professional and brings a lot of helpful information.

[@zero_tolerance245]

1-st place Benchmade 2-nd place SOG 3-rd place Spyderco

[@trevormoore1865]

I think the manix 2 should go on this list

[@NickBEADG]

Can you do an updated version of this video?

[@wayned3137]

When anybody say hard use folder I think about cold steel

[@TheCanadianlongboard]

Amen.

[@jasonmiller9495]

Just got my first Cold Steel. I wanted to test the water and picked up the tac 2 boot knife. Great little knife and im looking at Cold Steel folders now just hard to pick one

[@najidraf1979]

My man

[@justinthomas8457]

They are the best. I own 2 immortals and both versions of the sr1 and i have owned thousand of knives over 30 years and cold steel knives are superior to other brands and the testing is proof

[@pallijonson7680]

I've got a code 4 on the way from Murrika

[@ollieoshoe2799]

my favorite was the lion steel and dpx/lionsteel....i always wanted a bench made because of the resale value is there ,always it seems like spyderco has that resale value, but lion steel looks awesome and the quality really shows thanks for the great informative videos and honesty....clip on the tops/buck collaboration ...great job !!

[@michaelhegerfeld5286]

This guy is the best when it comes to knives.

[@chronovore3726]

A lot of the time, I'll just reach for a fixed blade if I want "hard use". As far as folders, I like the Bruiser from Tuya.

[@beckymcdaniel9853]

I edc the best heavy use folder, the microtech socom elite, clip point, m390 steel.

[@johnnycash7803]

Why does a green screen saying "media pending" when you pick up the next knife to show?

[@jonathancrew7656]

What’s the reason for the Chinese writing?

[@truth-Hurts375]

Because they are made in china....🤧🤧🤧

[@alienresearchlab]

I went with the Tops/Buck CSAR. It's a tank. I wouldn't edc it in pocket but it comes w a nice pouch for camping. Pretty sweet for around $140.

[@glenngoins3100]

I like lion steel

[@deanalbertson7203]

Spyderco Paramilitary 2.

[@user-nd1ku3qi7e]

You forgot the tank.....Cold Steel AD10.

[@LarsBreuning]

The AD10 is inferior in every way to the SR1 and the 4-Max scout

[@user-nd1ku3qi7e]

SR1 we could have a discussion, 4Max scout is AUS10A so I would consider it inferior to both aforementioned knives.

[@LarsBreuning]

@@user-nd1ku3qi7e Clearly you have no idea just how tough the AUS10 really is. Furthermore, the 4-Max scout is much beefier than the petite AD10.

[@user-nd1ku3qi7e]

I know enough to state that AUS10 is an average budget steel at best. I agree the 4-Max scout is beefier than the AD10 and that was never in question. If your needs require a knife as huge as the 4-Max scout, I would seriously consider a fixed blade. Ultimately, what ever works for you man. Enjoy them blades, over and out.

[@LarsBreuning]

@@user-nd1ku3qi7e I would encourage you to educate yourself about the various steels, before running your mouth about them.

[@apollosun6268]

Cold Steel SR1 and 4Max Scout 3:18

[@dick_richards]

The COLD STEEL'S BEAT THEM ALL FOR STRENGTH!

[@Frankgonzalez-hj7bm]

Exactly cold steel will Outlast all these other knives with any hard use the others will fail

[@dieseldabz7104]

@@Frankgonzalez-hj7bm except that Medford. That shits a TANK tbh..

[@Kapottezuiger]

Some are looking great for fishing and carving!

[@joeldouglas493]

Do you think you could throw the Adamas considering how well it handled that beating? Did the beating test match or exceed what the knife would suffer being whipped and making contact with trees at random angles?

[@charlesbduke7947]

Any one know what happened to Atlanta Cutlery? I used to get there catalog but they disappeared.

[@frankbick6953]

No Benchmade Turret?!? One of my favorite newer Benchmades in last year or so and yet no one seems to be talking about it. Benchmade even bills it as super heavy duty.

[@LoveLife-xy9ir]

I held the Shamen once. Imediately didnt like the feel and balance. Weight too