Knives We Carry

A good blade is a critical survival tool. Not only is it a weapon, but it's also a useful tool that can help you with a multitude of other tasks.
In this video, Alan and Jon share a collection of knives they carry in their EDC bags and other bags and the reasons why they prefer them over the alternatives.
If you're in the market for a new blade, check out this great blade review done by two of our experts.
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[@mrmerhtin3625]

I used to be like "whatever, who needs a knife on them at all times?". Right before Thanksgiving, believe it or not I found a Leatherman Rev Multitool. I saw it was one of cheapest and least liked online for some reason, so I thought "meh here is my first EDC blade I guess". I cannot believe how much I use it. Probably 3 times a week I have to open some package. During a Christmas dinner a screwdriver was needed for a kids toy to be assembled and boom I had a solution. Also needed the pliers and wire cutters a few occasions. Never again will I go without some multi tool and blade with me.

[@garyminick1050]

Your words about the Silky saw are ever so true ,it saves massive amounts of energy and is safer too.

[@derekneumann]

The dude with the beard is cool as hell. I would chill with that guy anytime.

[@ryewhiskeyfan5946]

His name is Alan Kay.

[@djshiva]

Watch "Alone" season one and be thoroughly entertained by him. :)

[@cristalclear5625]

Alan, you should talk some more on the different Kukris you have owned and used, just a suggestion.

[@ronalddunne3413]

Ditto on the kukri... I own and have used a few over the decades. If it came to a "knife fight", things have already gone waaay south... The saw is a useful implement..

[@RipleyNichols]

Finally someone says realistic straight stuff. The special knife you need is the knife you use everyday and are comfortable with!

[@srbontrager]

The first Benchmade Griptilian I purchased, was the one with the tanto blade. I still have it, but the one I edc now, is another Griptilian with the drop point blade. Both of these are non serrated. These have served me extremely well, in the 2 to 3 years I've had those knives. Also, I have the fixed blade straight/non serrated Arvensis for my survival/bug out pack that I keep in my semi truck.

[@dennisleighton2812]

Hi guys, I chuck out a few pennies as we go along! 2:30 EDC For the last 40 years or so I've carried a knife (of sorts) every single day (up till my arrival in the UK. Now I have to be very careful about that! For nearly all that time that knife has been a Victorinox of one or other model, and they have served me extremely well. [Note: You mention the knife also serving as a weapon. For me, that does not apply, as I have NO skill in that department, so I discount that from my deliberations about knives. If a favourite knife has that capability, that is a bonus not a requirement for me.] My current knife is a four-layer Victorinox model (I have forgotten its name.). However, if I'm talking outdoorsy then other factors apply. 6:40 Silky saw. I'm so glad to hear what you say about the Silky (looks like a Gomboy). For processing wood there is nothing that can outperform a saw with the same or better energy efficiency, for its weight. Axes are more fun granted, but they eat up energy and the end product is messy. 7:20 Kukri - I agree with you on a large knife for the heavy work. 30-odd years ago I saw a design called a Bushwhacker, and promptly made one for myself, and have used it extensively for a myriad tasks. But it was getting long in the tooth so I treated myself to something really special to replace it - a Cold Steel Trail Master (San Mai III version) and had a leather sheath made for me (by Rob Evans, Wales, UK). It is an absolute joy to use! [Sorry about your bad experience with CS! ] The fit & finish on my San Mai is unbeatable! 11:15 Fixed blade (camp or belt knife). This is a category where personal preference plays a huge role, often outweighing technical features. For years I was a big fan of the CS SRK, until I got the Trail Master. I needed something smaller and more compact and the choices were bewildering. Then along came Victorinox with their entry into the bushcrafting arena with their new Venture Pro system and I was in love! Here was a knife with so many of the features that didn't seem to be found in other offerings. Although it's unlikely to outperform any of the speciality knives in their specialist areas it does most of them very well for my needs. It is handled in "molded plastic" with a distinctive texture that makes it usable even under very slippery conditions and is almost indestructible. It's a through tang construction with one of the sharpest spines in the business, with the obvious advantages that brings. 18:20 Multi-tool. Here's an interesting one. It all depends on ONE factor - "Do you really NEED a full size pliers, or not?" If you really do, then some Leatherman does it for me and I have one, and use it often when appropriate. If not (as when out in the woods), then I'd rather go for a multitool knife (like a Victorinox Hercules, or Ranger Grip). The smaller pliers that some SAKs have is adequate for making snares and such like light tasks. 22:17 "Splitter tool" - That looks very useful, but bulky and looks quite heavy. For me (I'm no fan of batoning) I can use my Trail Master to do just about anything that tool can do. Its 5/16 thick blade splits very well especially as it has a convex grind. However, I'd only use that for thinner splitting and use self-made wooden wedges for heavier logs. [I have a rule of thumb - only split logs less than half the thickness of the length of the blade, and never larger than 4 inches diameter. The Trail Master has a 9 1/2 inch blade.] Thanks for the great video.

[@nickhdeep6leatherworks338]

I was issued a Benchmade Grip in 2008 in the US Coast Guard have since retired and still rockin it. I like your style Mr. Kay

[@trecker7]

Alan is awesome. However... “How often are you in a knife fight? Hopefully never...but in most people’s lives it may happen 1 or 2 times...” 1 or 2 knife fights?! I only have 32 years. I guess there’s some real shtuff going down in the remainder of my years.

[@PabloP169]

I am 80 next year and have never been in a knife fight, but then I don't live in the US.

[@jameshealy4594]

Right!!! I burst out laughing at that line. Lucky they're not like gunfights, which we're all in dozens of on a weekly basis. ;)

[@robertschuenemann7390]

Rob Priestly, no, here in the US we prefer guns with our knife 🗡 fights! 😁

[@Saintbow]

Meanwhile in New Zealand...

[@jonathancleve6094]

My dad was in several. He was born in the early 40s. Different time then. Now a days every wants to fight with guns instead of fists or knives.

[@renegadescout]

Great video,blades are one of my passions.Some of my custom work has even made it into Blade Magazine in the past.Keep up the good work.

[@wolfman011000]

Thanks for mentioning the bacho/silky saw's, i have always used bacho saws but i will pickup a silky because i trust your recommendation and compare. Thank you for an informative video, take care, God bless one and all.

[@PreparedAirman]

Its funny how Alan doesn't talk much in the beginning until he warms up to the camera lol. He is the definition of "Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. " Great video Alan and Jon keep up the good work!

[@ronniemiller53]

I just started doing some spoon carving, first time Ive done it, and I spent 6-7 hours carving a spoon with my Mora and never got blisters. Easily a favorite knife of mine. My camp knives I useand love are my Camp King, an old Schrade from my gpa(that he carried for years) and an Armstrong electricians folding knife. Ive never had an issue with any.

[@NoLies17]

I agree that the replaceable wire cutter blades are nice but Leatherman also has a free lifetime warranty. Just submit a warranty form, ship them your tool and they'll repair or replace it for free no matter how worn out it is or stupid you were with it. I've had them fix a few and replace a few and their turnaround time is very quick.

[@lorenray9479]

Anyone that opens the last beer with their wedding band needs help! Hoho

[@Operationicecube]

CRKT defensive folding knife is a James Williams design, not Ken Onion. Still an awesome video, thank you!

[@alanwilliams5836]

Great video guys. Thanks!

[@effeojnedib7208]

I ditched all my folders for EDC since buying a Spyderco Street Bowie. Front horizontal belt carry, don't even know it's there, but can draw fast left or right handed. It rides tight next to my P365. I prefer Kydex and wear a heavy, thick belt. Also carry a Gerber Vise, which is smaller, but the pliers are delicate enough to pull splinters, can wrench on stuff and cut wire.

[@thesentinelmike]

I agree with everything you guys said on this video, except the maker of the CRKT either the Hissatsu folder is James Williams A personal friend and teacher of mine. Not that you mentioned. That’s all…🤙🏽

[@BushcraftWoodsDevil]

Great discussion. Thank you.

[@duncdunc76]

Great vid! Alan Rocks!! "You dont open your beer with your teeth?"🤣 I could be wrong but I imagine if Alan knew how much one of those Dumb rexford box cutters cost he would break out in laughing tears. Who the heck buys one of those expensive box cutters instead of a 5 to 10 dollar folding one at the hardware store!! Alan's knife choices are imo great examples and solid recommendations from someone worth trusting on the subject! He was Awesome on Alone! My fave currently owned and used knives are the cheap cold steel kukri, the Mora Bushcraft black, the Victorinox one hand trekker, and a cheap husky folding razor knife. My multi tool is a leatherman wave and I use a fiskars folding saw. It's fun to see how your choices compare to respected pros on the subject.

[@jameshealy4594]

They're super handy if you work in a warehouse or something, but obscenely expensive. I got a clone on aliexpress for like $20 and gave it to my glazier mate, he loves it, but I cannot fathom paying for an original even though I feel bad for helping rip off the designer in turn.

[@robertschuenemann7390]

These guys ARE respected pros! 😁

[@arctodussimus6198]

I bought a CS Bushman 21 years ago. It was thicker than the ones they make now. I have three of them including the “bowie” style. They are great knives for any task. But I like the Condor Matagi ten times better. It isn’t as pretty as the Bushman, but it’s hella more robust. js

[@robertschuenemann7390]

I bought the Condor Parang! That's a great BIG knife!

[@robertschuenemann7390]

I like what you said about the short comIngs of particular knives. I went through a year of discovery, learning about knlves - spent a lot of money on them too! Among others, I've got the Mora Garberg. It came with a kydex sheath, and I have no qualms about it whatsoever. When I first got it, I was looking it over lightly bumped the blade on my thumb! It cut me fast and clean. I put some iodine on it and taped it up. No joke! That's a serious blade!!! 🗡

[@GMotorMan76]

21:51 Alan never admits the teeth thing was a joke. 😂

[@JeriahMiller]

Lol 😂 that was funny. John totally Missed it.

[@arctodussimus6198]

My ex-wife used to open beer bottles with her teeth. no joke

[@mikethomas5412]

My edc is a Benchmade Presidio. It's not a thrower but does everything else I need fairly well.

[@timhahne3894]

Good choices. If I'm carrying a defense only knife it'll be a Gerber Mk1, a little boot knife that I have or a tactical pen or Zebra pen. You guys are dead on!

[@houseboatrob4238]

Tops really does make a great product.

[@PatrickDustman]

What a great video mate, I really enjoyed watching. SurvivalAustria

[@williammccaslin8527]

I carry "BUCK" bantams, they are made in U.S.A. an don't cost ALOT an are ergonomic to the hand, straight blades are either ka bar, Ontario, Cold Steel "SRK" or Recon.

[@danielholman7225]

Thanks guys. All good info.

[@paperas24]

100% Griptilian my most used knife too. Great vid!

[@benjaminaustin3421]

:I've carried this knife in four different countries, most recently in Alaska" hmmmm...

[@hollywood84660]

I was just thinking that. I was like Whaaattt

[@nickyd.4695]

That got me also!

[@derekstynes9631]

Great advice and glad to join this Site and Thanks

[@LionsHoney13]

best part was Alan pointing out the stupidity in the other guys "combat knives" lol

[@sro1020]

Such a clear difference in their carries lol you can tell he's been through it! Just get somthing sharp!

[@NorthernWoodsmanElite]

Ok I think I’m going to get that kukri and do a review on it . Thank you Allan

[@paperas24]

Awesome! Benchmade and Mora!

[@theoshowacre4928]

16:24 The CRKT folder is a James Williams design, not a Ken Onion design, which it resembles not in the least.

[@Tradekraft]

I carry two knives EDC, Lightning OTF in my back pocket and a Stanley folding utility knife that uses swappable utility razors. I use the utility knife a hundred times each day. If you don't have a folding utility knife in your EDC you are really missing out.

[@survivalcomms]

Another epic video. Excellent topic presented in a clear to understand real life context. Much better than the regurgitation of marketing hooha so prevalent today on the YT. Thanks for sharing !

[@hellsbellspreparedness2722]

It’s always great when Alan Kay comes on. Straight forward guy and no bs. I really luv that bugout by benchmade. Looking for a new folder and definitely going to pick one up. Great topic and video

[@fukemnukem1525]

Don't do it....read up on Omega springs and they're company policy before you do....you can get a Spyderco PM3 lightweight for cheaper....and it will last a long f'n time. Longer than those omega springs. Trust me.....those omega springs have a set life in them....when they're done...your done using the knife....until you wait a month of Sundays for BM to fix it.

[@samhotstick13.28]

Great information. Thanks.

[@jorgefernandez6407]

EXCELLENT VIDEO!!! Subscribed...

[@zombiehunter0000]

I have your condor kukri love it and my esee jungles are my go to I won a hundred bucks picking you to win alone thanks a bunch

[@arctodussimus6198]

Bill Bagwell said something I will never forget... “More Blade, less sheath”

[@spider5001]

Great video 🙂 I’ve never had experience with the axis lock. I didn’t know they were that strong. I always thought the triad was the strongest. Gonna go get my hands on one now🙂 thanks for the info👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@twatmunro9563]

The axis lock is great -- until the spring breaks.

[@mikeboone4425]

Alan let me introduce you to the world of stabilization on handle material it works work every time it's tried. Happy trails.

[@orendz7740]

Well damn. I was gonna suggest cold steels triad lock on their folders. I've never had any issues with any of my 5 or 6 cold steel folders at all. Ive only messed around with 1 of their fixed blade which is the SRK and I havent had any issues with it so far either so can't really speak for their fixed blades. Their folders though seem to hold up and seem to be super tough. Their triad lock is just superior.

[@islanddog211]

Allan,great video.I agree with your views on especially Ka Bar. I've carried them(US Army Vet) and felt the same and religated it as my back up in my ruck. And had my Dad send me a Tops Marine combat knife(their version of the kabar(better, in my opinion) ). And enjoy it still but,my EDC, go anywhere, is Pathfinder Knife Shop's Mountain Lion knife.

[@rickpollard1853]

I own a couple of James Williams Blade Design knives and I'm sure that CRKT folder you showed was his design not Ken Onions. WBD has recently introduced two 3.5" fixed blades that are ideal for edc.

[@MtnBadger]

I have the bug out and it's about my favorite, walking around, every day knife. Light, strong, sharp. 'nuff said...

[@fu3zy]

I carry a fults minimalist bowie style. mainly for opening boxes but was curious and used it to make a try-stick

[@kwhitney6238]

Alan is great straight forward type you do t see much of these days. I agree on the cold steel products love a lot of them but ordered a tomahawk last Christmas been in contact with the company still haven't received my product

[@samuelworstell3786]

I carry a replaceable razor knife, and a victorinox at all times. The Gerber shiv, and guardian, kabar and bayonet are in my pack.

[@dennistrawick]

Love how the old bearded guy kept knocking the youngster out of the ball park with his no need for a "fighting knife blade"..lol but he kept tryn.....smh

[@5_C_G]

17:09 love this information

[@hildolfrdraugadrottin7279]

I still like and use Cold Steel but I broke one of their kukri blades as well. I was riving a block of cedar and wasn't really hitting it that hard and it broke were the blade and tang met. I also broke a chunk of the blade of one. If I remember correctly it's called the Spartan. All I was doing with it was carving a cedar walking stick. Maybe they are allergic to cedar. 😆 I've got lots of their other stuff I've really abused without a problem and have total faith in those examples.

[@noahchesterman8538]

can also do a paracord butterfly but hang the blade beneath an arm, better for something a bit bigger then a tiny hold out neck knife

[@gammelhund]

Why is greybeard getting in so many knife fights?

[@arctodussimus6198]

I’ve broken every KaBar Fighting Utility Knife I’ve ever owned (including the first one the Marine Corps issued to me in 1977) except the one I keep in a drawer.

[@mrd7067]

If they were legal here i`d go with a pushdagger (probably cold steel) as a defensive blade. Probably the best when you are already in a scuffle. I like to carry smaller fixed blades with velcro hidden in my clothes (cold steel spikes are good for that, quite inexpensive and you won`t notice them). CRKT sting is good too. For normal stuff a swiss army knife is all i need (huntsman or recrut[urban]). I prefer them even over my letherman wave (not only since they became illegal to carry here). They`re also much more pc than other options. Greedings from germany.

[@philp411]

As always, good stuff. I typically carry a small fixed blade such as the ESEE Izula 2 and a Leatherman with a clip and one hand opening blade on the outside of the handle. The Leatherman is sized very close to many folders and offers a lot more utility. With a smaller fixed blade, it makes for a good combo. I also have a larger fixed blade knife in a pack in the car. Question: TOPS Kukri 7 vs the Dart? Maybe a worthy test on video?

[@CRAZY-bi7fz]

Izula2 and the letherman signal for me.

[@reneeweitz878]

Wow, Alan- man's - man. Oh my!

[@TheRockwell25]

Great video

[@Mrose2270]

A fixed blade is excellent. Need more info on how to keep it sharp in the field

[@johnpanel5979]

The thing to explore is if those leatherman wire cutters can cut fishing hooks, I know Tim leatherman wanted the original cutters to cut a nail, then cut paper.

[@papuchu]

i love my mora classic #2for woods working, so i switched to the 2F model wich has a finger guard so i can use it in stabbing mode if need arise

[@DeathRattlingWhore]

People who think knife is a good weapon have never been into a knife fight.

[@Mark-wq1nh]

Any suggestions for something other than a neck knife that I can carry outside of my pocket because pocket space is at a premium for me

[@TheBeardedOutdoorsman18]

Great video. I always carry 2 knives on me. Need to do some knife reviews on my channel.

[@jackthetripper868]

Ever tried a benchmade super freek?? M4 blade steel is a beast plus if ever in need u could take a bit of the coating and make a flint n steel fire

[@guadalupeskitchen3734]

Wow, i didn't know they made red lawn mower blades!

[@ecleveland1]

"A Pencil, A F%^king Pencil"!

[@hollywoodhefner2]

I would love to know what Spyderco lock he broke and he feels is weaker than the axis lock.

[@BARRYKNIFE]

What was the fixed blade jon showed at about 10:17? He only referred to it as "something we are working on." I think he displayed it (sheathed) in another video.

[@DamionJR4923]

Tops Knives seem too expensive for 1095… until you use one.

[@arctodussimus6198]

One must decide how much their life is worth. You can trust your life to a TOPS knife.

[@nico03456]

Great knives.... but please someone give me an example of anyone saying “batoning saved my life.”

[@bushcraft_in_the_north]

This should have a 1000 thumbs up;-)

[@schlooonginator1227]

Completely agree with Allen's philosophy regardinnng "self defense" knives. Just get a knife you will actually use. The chances of having to use it as a weapon is extremely slim so why not just get a knife that is actually useful for regular work, that you will be familiar with and will do 95% of what a tactical knife would do should you have to. The Clinch Pik looks cool but honestly, I might forget the damn blade is reverse shaprened under stress without having some training and lets be real, almost everyone buying that knife is not getting training.

[@michaelgamino4685]

Could you do a multi tool collection as well?

[@joannearduin7801]

Good video

[@Heeman5]

The Mora kniv is not a Cadillac of a knife. It’s an outstanding proven, economical knife. A better sheath will drive up the price. A Mora is a Mora is a Mora 👍🏼👍🏼💪🏼

[@twatmunro9563]

And Mora sheathes are great. What the hell do you expect on a $15 knife anyway?

[@hagninety4116]

Can you give more information on the fixed triangular one. Thank you.

[@greenwolf401]

I noticed that nothing was mentioned about the green package by Alan's right arm. I'm thinking that it might be a sharpening stone?

[@tubezv]

Alan`s knives is good. its interesting what are you think about any cold steel knives Mr. Alan?

[@andrewd6565]

Where can we buy that neck sheath for the mora black?

[@rockhelmer4364]

I also just got a cobratec slider, I'm very impressed with, cheaper knockoff.

[@Dan-wo4bx]

You cannot get a better saw than a silky ! I use a zubat everyday at work and when you do get yourself with it crikey it makes a mess !!!

[@AdrianJNyaoi]

I carry a parang, a good all-rounder for jungle use

[@jonc4050]

Cold steel ak47 in the sv steel, esee 3 on my belt. Crkt Carson neck knife on occasion with my kukri.

[@prettyriveroutdoors4622]

If your wood handled knives are cracking, you aren't maintaining them. Same as an axe handle, it'll last a lifetime if you look after it.

[@shastaham7630]

Agreed. When the wood starts drying out, it needs to be retreated and resealed with an oil base. Do NOT varnish!!!

[@jeffreyrejas7920]

Just curious of the K-Tac Kukri of Condor. Any comment on that blade?

[@rockhelmer4364]

My last order was inspired by survival Lilly. APO-1S. even though made in Taiwan its a nice knife..

[@justinwaltower9454]

I love coldsteel everything, hands down 🙌🏽

[@truth-Hurts375]

Over rated !!!

[@edwins1718]

My favorite knife in a knife fight is a P229 😉

[@MM-iy9xu]

Is there a particular steel you prefer for different knives?

[@MtnBadger]

Alan's right about Cold Steel. They lost a couple designers and got more interested in money. If you get a San Mai III type blade, they're tough and sharp and do the job but they've gone too "main stream" with all the survival mania and lost their edge (pun intended). The Bugout is light, which is nice and I don't miss the steel liners in that knife because 98% of what I need it for, including stabbing and cutting "soft targets," it just doesn't need them. I've got plenty of strong knives for any tougher jobs. I'm a big Tops/Esse fan, the Esse 6 would probably be my "pick one" knife for knife choice, that doesn't include Kukris, etc. And I'm not as adverse to automatics as Alan although I fully understand his reasoning. It depends on what my tasking is, I won't count on it for an end all, be all, last knife I would have to survive knife but a good quality auto is just great for most daily tasks I have and I'd absolutely use one for defense because I know that even if my hand is hurt or arthritis struck, it's going to open and get the job done. I've got several I'm very happy with but you do need to be sure of your laws, that gets people into more trouble than anything. The one knife you don't show or talk about and I get it, they're old school and there may be "bettrr" by far but... My Buck 110, 119 and 120 Pro lines (better steel, Finnish, guarantee, etc.) are still great carry knives. The 110 folder speaks for itself and I like the 119/120 and 110 fixed are awesome knives. They're light, sharpen well, have tough, anti-rust blades that are good for each, hunting and I've known a number I was in service with that carried a 120 over a Kabar, any day. The clip point is good for stabbing, the slight recurve does its job and the phenolic handles are really hard to hurt. They also have their cons, like most things but they're few and far between compared to pluses. The blade is a through handle tang, though it's a rat tail, that the pommel screws onto so, it's strong but not as tough as a full width tang. I stated that I like an Esse 6 but, after/beside that, I like the buck. Even though the 120 blade is 7" long, the knife is light enough that it's not unwieldy but, for regular use, like the Glock 19 over the 17, the 119 stands as the most popular fixed knife for usability and comfort/ease of carry. And for most hunting tasks, it's just fine (I lived up in north Montana and mule deer, Elk and moose were common game so the 120 was more appropriate. Buck also makes a great skinning and filet knife so, say all the nasty, troll stuff you guys want, Buck knives still have a place on the table, though it's not number one for understandable reasons.

[@orendz7740]

Alan, is that the same kukri you had with you on "Alone"? I've always wondered what brand your kukri was that you were using. I like size.

[@jeepnicc]

In case you're still wondering, Alan carried a Condor Heavy Kukri on Alone.

[@trinitycombativeconceptsje6122]

What is the fixed blade in the tan sheath

[@johncain1624]

Buck 110 is great for a working mans knife.

[@1369buddy]

A Buck 119, my day to day carry