One Button Lock To Rule Them All - Civivi Elementum Button Lock 2 - Overview and Review

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[@fuloran1]

Absolutely perfect knife for me. Flipper tab with button loick is my jam.

[@kh1188ish]

Since the elementum is such a popular knife, and so many people have one, I’d think more reviewers would have it as a regular size comparison (replace the rat from the line up).

[@MrPoots12]

Yes!

[@rgdcrss333]

Hell yes. The Rat 1 and 2 are hideous looking knives. I don't care how popular they once were. They freakin suck 😆

[@thunderlyte3221]

Agreed

[@jdisdetermined]

At least dump the Rat 2. So show the Rat 1 and the Elementum in that frame. Then move to the Paras, etc..

[@brodyfulford6096]

@@rgdcrss333lmao I know! Yet somehow it’s grown on me and I been looking into one. But yes it’s one ugly bugger 😆

[@DopefriedCheese]

My current EDC. I freaking love the button lock and flipper combination. It makes it a great fidget toy. :)

[@DQHW]

My favorite thing about MC is that he uploads at least once a day. Which is such a pleasure. Does it feed my unhealthy obsession? Absolutely. Does it make me happy? Yes. So I don’t see the problem :)

[@dbraven1981]

He can hear you, he's right there.

[@escapetherace1943]

he is the Zeos of knives

[@Stahlwerk88]

*twice a day *Zeus

[@Pinkskull69420]

@@escapetherace1943 that's exactly what i thought. Just missing the gratuitous anime references

[@DouglasRosser]

I still have the "OG" button-lock Elementum and and still prefer it. I understand that configuration is illegal in some areas but so many people acted like CIVIVI took a dump on their doorstep.

[@dylbarton]

I might be in the minority, but I like that bigger one without the flipper tab more. I like that it is locked shut and the closed profile being so nice and smooth on the sides.

[@jrrcw]

I also have a Kizer Begleiter XL, a Civivi Conspiritor and a Sencut Sasche and like them all. But the Elementum without thumbstuds or a pocketpecker (Hi Nick) makes for a very comfortable carry with a nice blade.

[@kwongyeang]

AGREED ! I also like the other flipper, thumbstud buttonlocks, etc, but in a world full of those, the Buttonlock only Elementum is unique, and that alone is GOLD. Also helps that it is such a good cutter.

[@12evinge]

Yummy Damascus too. Played with it while I watch

[@rickczajka5342]

Just got my elementum2 button lock in natural g10. I installed the Civivi titanium clip and I really love it better than my original Elementum. Civivi makes a great knife and like the nitro v blade material. One of the best knives I have bought in a while.

[@ralphiewigs2208]

I'm a fan of the much-maligned large buttom lock only knife. Mine is battered, bruised and bent (slightly) from honest use.

[@DJayPhresh]

Thank you for going to bat for us lefties. I often carry knives that don't have the pocket clip on the correct side, since a lot of the designs I like don't have swappable pocket clips, and it's made me much pickier about the kinds of pocket clip that I find comfortable, since my fingers have to rest in them. On the plus side, Kizer's pocket knives have great pocket clips for lefties, since my middle finger just slots right into that dip.

[@williammiller7346]

The OG Elementum Button Un-Lock is a brilliant design. The button unlocks it and then locks it and then unlocks it and finally locks it. Me loves the OG Elementum Button Unlock…

[@lukenewc]

1000% agree that WE/Civivi needs to make the larger version with a flipper tab. That would be the Elementum to rule them all!

[@MikeLaRock88]

This. I got mine and was disappointed at how small it is in person. We need a 3.5 version

[@billykidman2091]

I am so excited for the Brazen button lock coming out soon, the OG brazen is my favorite action on any Civivi, and the Elementum 2 is my favorite button lock

[@markpfeifer1402]

A large button lock flipper Elementum already exists. Its called the Conspiritor!

[@newlineric]

As a Lefty, I like the clip as is. I position it close to the inside of my front left pocket. When I reach in with my fingers, my thumb stays outside and pulls up on the clip, index finger is already on flipper. Got this yesterday. It's basically perfect, button lock is the way to go when Left handled.

[@bradleytaylor5612]

I love mine, it really is nearly perfect for me. I'd prefer 14c28 over nitro-v but that's a nit pick at best.

[@WhatsthePOINT_EDC]

Yes 14C28N is the kind of Ingot steel. Well at least it is to me. Haha!😂

[@notmyrealname2516]

I carry this. It’s pretty solid. Cuts through packaging without too much fuss and stays pretty sharp.

[@Revelation_Overland]

Someone stole my elementum, so now I have to replace it, and I’m stoked that they fixed the only thing that bugged me. Thanks for the button.

[@AlexsKnivesSuch]

What is better the button lock elementum or the Pyrite?

[@jaybruce285]

Should add this AND the large button lock Elementum as your comparison.

[@h.b.nielsen5619]

Waiting for my jade one to arrive. Can't wait to pick up the blacked out to swap the scales.

[@AoABlodhgarm]

I have this exact version color and all. It is a great little knife.

[@nestordizon3966]

Thank you for emphasizing the fact that they should have made the pocket clip reversible. I'm a lefty and it would have been an automatic purchase.

[@Bear_in_mind.]

I’m a 6’ 3” guy with rather large hands usually 2XL I’ve got very long hands this knife is about the length of my fingers but I really really love this knife. I have the forest green and am genuinely going to buy the black g10 knife. I really really want them to make this in a bigger knife but for now I love this budget EDC

[@cityslacker6221]

I’ve played with Elementums in my local shop for years every time I go in. I never bought one for some reason, but I really like them and I don’t own anything with a flipper tab. I may finally pick one up when I see a scale i like. I honestly like the pee pee on the elementum. it will go on my list after I have finally acquired a 20.5, which I have had lots of trouble deciding on which scales or steel to get.

[@paulg.5997]

We need a civivi elementum 2 versus a cjrb pyrite shootout!

[@JROTCBALL]

Ordered the knife center exclusive in s35vn and looking forward to finally having one for my collection!

[@Mortismors]

I wonder if the titanium scales Civivi and Flytanium sell will fit. The Flytanium one covers the lanyard hole and does make the Elementum look better.

[@reneramon]

I preferred the first Elementum button lock too. The size was perfect.

[@Below-Average_Joe]

MC, how do you compare the button lock Elementum to the Pyrite? I handled the Elementum and liked it, but I hear so much about the Pyrite.

[@muckeyn]

+1

[@dambigfoot6844]

I really like that Civivi/WE/Sencut has a knife for everyone. The 3.47" Elementum is illegal in some states, the 2.96" appeals to the most people. The Elementum Button Lock 2 in Damascus is such an amazing knife for its looks and functionality. Its obviously not a WE knife in Damasteel with a fancy Timascus pocket clip but people I show it to are in awe of it.

[@johnteal2016]

This Civivi button lock or the Keizer Drop Bear? Seems like a reasonable comparison.

[@joncbabin]

I have the black on black nitro v version. Excellent Knife.

[@ConanDLibrarian]

I’ve been eyeing these for a while, and the day I go to buy it they’re out of stock! Then I see you highlighted them two days ago…..why have you done this to me???

[@reedtfc9829]

Have the jade G10 like the one reviewed. Will definitely drop a decent amount on the WE version.

[@chrisalbizu521]

Fairly brand new to pocket knives the one and only that I own is the elemental button lock the big one and I love it. I’m looking at getting the element too flipper for my son one question for clarity. Can you open the knife with just the button lock or do you have to use the flipper?

[@WilliamAnderson-sc1sj]

Lefty here. Doesn’t look they have implemented the reversible clip yet. I wanna buy this, but I suppose I’ll look elsewhere or wait. Fingers crossed I suppose….

[@isthebeeflol]

Kizer cormorant is smooth as butter if working right I don't like civivi indented button too much conspirator is nice but elementum had stick and is hard to press. Beglieter 2 is best feeling button imo.

[@butchcassidy3373]

Like you I prefer the Kizer button locks. The Original so the Begleiter are great knives. And the Drop Bear is great too

[@animalanimalanimal1622]

Listed mine on eBay. Great knife but the pivot tighting issue made me weary. Never used it but I’ll keep looking for a different one. Not impressed.

[@82richies]

Great looking knife I just ordered one. I have a what's the best way to sharpener would you use to keep it sharp

[@not-a-raccoon]

I absolutely love my Elementum. I don't have the button lock version though. I Still have my eye on the CJRB pyrite 🤔

[@danpennella]

The Pyrite is next on my list! Everyone I know in the knife world rants about that one.

[@liamroarke7991]

I just got one and DID NOT realize how small it is. I kept thinking it would be a semi-full size boi.

[@Chris_In_Texas]

I would love to see the scaled up 4" version of this same knife satin finish and natural G10! 🤠👍 I would buy a box of them...

[@Ephem13]

The micarta and cf versions have lefty screw holes.

[@FlangerNotAnger]

I would love to try one! D2 or 9cr18mov? Have you seen the carbon and copper handle scales??? Beautiful!!! Badass!!!

[@thebeesmeow1512]

I got this one, dyed it black and ground the flipper tab off. I love it.

[@brianeisenberger7314]

Just curious, what do you guys do with all the zipper pouches these knives come in? I have like 10 of them now and they seem to nice to throw away, I just don’t use them for the knives themselves.

[@wut3358]

Weed.

[@Ratchman_5000]

Unreal that they didn't think about us leftys. I honestly would've purchased one.

[@miragexl007]

Still curious about this parade really like the terminus x r.. And curious how they compare.

[@anthonynovak4015]

Just ordered one with an ultem handle I'm excited

[@billyberry6200]

Own a bunch of small folders in all styles and prices, can't beat this one, especially for the price! Almost the perfect pocket knife (if there is such a thing) 🤣

[@williamscarlm]

@metal_complex So do I buy this or the kershaw iridium?!? Can only buy one.

[@SterryCan]

Iridium if you want pure functionality and value, Elementum if you want something nice and inoffensive for daily use. I have both :) I find myself reaching for the Elementum at my desk when I want to play with/admire something, I will reach for the Iridium when I want to cut something tough.

[@williamscarlm]

@SterryCan I whole heartily agree with this. I did buy both, but at the end of the day I always went for the iridium. Hence, I returned the elementum. And I don't miss it so that means everything.

[@SterryCan]

@@williamscarlm I will admit, I was a little unimpressed with the Elementum at first. But after a day of use I grew to love it. Glad you ended up with the knife that was right for you in the end ☺️

[@CraigLaq]

I can't find one in stock anywhere

[@d.nakamura9579]

nice video. Would love to know your thoughts on how this one compares to the CJRB Pyrite. I have the Pyrite with the Wharncliffe based on your review, and it's nice, though I'm not as much of a fan of the open hole as I thought I'd be. Flippers seem much easier to open.

[@AlexsKnivesSuch]

I have a hand rubbed copper scales and black Tanto blade version.

[@justinkase1360]

Wish they had a better steel...I want a replacement for my Para 3 LW in REX 45 and I want EASY one hand open/close. I use my knives at work, I'm an electrician.

[@chrisarman2596]

Isnt the Conspirator everything you asked for in a slightly bigger version? I still love my conspirator & carry it every day im not going to work...

[@paulg.5997]

Where does Nitro V steel fall in the Spectrum compared to D2? I have the original elementum too and was just wondering what the difference was.

[@dereksturms3724]

I've yet to own a elementum, might grab one , one day.

[@k3corvette35]

Hey MC the carbon fiber and micarta scales are leftie and righty the G10 scales arent for some reason ? I'm on the waiting list for a black and red shredded CF one now. Thanks for the great content and getting my interest rev'd up in knives !!

[@thedonqwet]

I wear a medium sized glove which I'm super happy about. It's Cheaper 😁. I would really love to have this knife as a backup to my crucarta pm2. Unfortunately I live in Australia. Almost all pocket knifes are at least double the price 😓. You can't get this for less than $140...

[@matthuck378]

Being left handed, I tend to not trust button locks. I'd rather have an "axis" lock or just a normal framelock. I do think they are safer. I know, a GOOD button lock is plenty safe...But the only knives I've had disengage unintentionally have been slip joints and one button lock.

[@Ratchman_5000]

Same. I'm a left dominant as well and would've bought one if these just to flick it around if they would've thought about us.

[@jarman_2000]

I wanted one so bad, had one in and out of my cart for like a week, finally went to buy one, sold out…

[@Juggggo]

just picked up one at my house of knives for 70CAD such a steal for an unreal knife

[@jaysaintt6466]

Which do you think is better? The elementum button lock 2 or the Civivi Conspirator? Thanks in ahead of time!

[@joet81]

I just bought the chevallier and I had opened it may be 30 times just fidgeting and haven't even used The Knife yet and the button lock is sticking already. Pretty badly. Does anyone know how to fix this? Super disappointing.

[@ryanragan8899]

I have a question about the elementum 2. When the knife is closed in your pocket, is there anything actually holding the knife blade closed? A lock, a detent, anything? This question is specific to the elementum 2.

[@Errcyco]

Yeah it’s just a detent, exactly like the normal liner-lock Elementum. It sounds weird til you’re holding the new one, but only difference is when it’s fully open. Other than that, it’s gonna act the exact same in your pocket as the regular one will. Meaning, you’re fine, no risk of it opening unintentionally.

[@DQHW]

Surely It’s only a matter of time before a WE Version of this, right?

[@mixeddrinks8100]

first time I got this before you ehh, favorite thing I got this year so far, cheap and great

[@alexxxpierce7788]

I just recently got the original Elementum in Ultem, I was debating on a button lock one but I was thinking it’s more likely to deploy in my pocket from moving around and I like how the original is thinner, only thing I like about the button lock version is that it has Nitro V instead of D2, I wish the original had Nitro V, or even better would be 14C28N…, I also have the mini Elementum in copper and it’s got 14C28N, if only my Ultementum had 14C28N…😮‍💨

[@mattdagger1480]

I love mine. I’ve had it since January. Surprised it took you this long to show it off haha. Slices like a madman only thing I’ve noticed is the pivot requires a tighten here and there. More often than any other knife I’ve owned.

[@markquililan1657]

i put blue loctite on the pivot screws on mine and it hasn't had any blade play since.

[@mattdagger1480]

@@markquililan1657 I’ve done that I think I’m on the 5th time trying different brands of blue lock tight with no luck thus far :(

[@markquililan1657]

@@mattdagger1480 i'm sorry to hear that. once i applied the loctite and screwed it back, i didn't play with the knife for 24hrs. to let it cure. maybe you could try this if you haven't done it yet.

[@mattdagger1480]

@@markquililan1657 I may need to do that actually!! I dyed my scales as soon as I opened it so idk if it’s something I did specifically (possibly) so I don’t hold it against civivi. Still love the knife tho!

[@_Nathan-]

I bet they’ll redo the larger size since it probably didn’t go over well without a secondary deployment

[@hificat101]

Bought knives for my awesome neighbors for letting us shower at their place for a couple weeks after our pipes froze. She got this, and he got a Bestech Slasher. They both loved them. I think women really love getting gifted a knife because it's not usually something someone would gift them.

[@Errcyco]

I have a tanto Elementum to my old roommate when I saw her last year. She dug it, asked questions and was impressed with the quality. She does nails for a living so I think she sees cool details. Anyways, felt good cause you’re right.. she’d have never got that for herself. And she will keep it for years and years I’m sure cause they are a practical tool. And unimposing looking, Elementum can be used anywhere and isn’t gonna scare anyone.

[@matthuck378]

I tend to prefer smaller knives, because I don't need a 4 finger grip on an EDC folder. I don't think anyone does, really. An EDC pocketknife, IMO, isn't something you baton with, cook with, or break down cardboard for an hour with. It's something you use to open packaging and do minor, little, 2 second tasks with. Anything else, just use a dedicated tool-knife. Fixed blade, kitchen knife, box cutter, etc.

[@escapetherace1943]

people who baton with any knife are the posers and definition of people that don't understand "work smarter not harder."

[@sloanNYC]

I like it overall, but the button action sticks in middle of unlock and is annoying. Like you, I like it being a bit thicker.

[@AlexsKnivesSuch]

A Pyrite XL & Fixed blade? Elementum & Pyrite Automatic?

[@jeffp.6349]

Is this better than the kershaw dividend

[@MiguelEDC]

Not gonna lie, but even though I’m not lefty, that was a heck of a point and a missed opportunity on CIVIVI’s end not to drill the pocket clip holes on the other side

[@MiguelEDC]

I said the same on my og Elementum button lock, that it was missing the flipper… deep down we all know CIVIVI and weknife know this, they’re just probably trying to sell as many of these as they can before releasing the other one we really want

[@Mechromey]

IMO if ontario can get the same button lock on a Rat 2 it would literally be the best EDC

[@thomasmorgan7944]

How can I get one of these? Would anybody know when it may drop?

[@rebelfromva]

I’m really not a fan of the rat2 I bought. Do you think this will fill the void?

[@joncbabin]

I have the gravity knife version as well👍🏻

[@shadowjezzter]

Questions, 1. Would this be legal in Australia since our gov doesn’t allow “flick knifes” which are ones that have a button release as the for of deployment? 2. I wonder if they are gonna do a Damascus steel with dark carbon fibre similar to the cetos.

[@David_Downs]

I mean, you can use the flipper, but also the button lock, so it is the same idea, just with a flipper.. so depends on how they view that.

[@shadowjezzter]

@@David_Downs think it comes under the flick knife, thats an issue i have found. I think as long as its not used and there are other forms of deployment may be ok

[@junomckinnon4228]

Easy knife to use with the awesome quality's that everyone is looking for. Con I see is no place to change the clip to the left side. They should modify that on the next model and that could be the reason. More sales for the upgraded knife coming to you soon. Great marketing tect. If that's the reason .

[@TheWatcher60401]

Always batting for the southpaws, we appreciate it!

[@JavierGarcia-xz5vl]

Waiting for one in brass or copper 🙏

[@No_Lucks_Given]

Thankfully I bought this knife as soon as I could. It's seriously good for how much it costs. I couldn't afford any knife that's even more than like 60 bucks so it came at a great time. I would also like to add that from the factory mine would loosen and have a small amount of blade play. I don't know if it's supposed to have locktite but mine didn't so I put some and now it's fine.

[@KINGACE9]

If you prefer a button lock, I think the CJRB Pyrite is better.

[@charlesard8639]

Me too bro. Got kids to feed. Lol.

[@charlesard8639]

The pyrite is cool to.

[@vonWeizhacker69]

Scales on the para3 pls? Thx!

[@balddegenerateduelist]

Can you use the button to open it?

[@hotheadedjoelhaha]

Thought they would do the Bigger one first.

[@lucasc5651]

The larger version in tanto would be insane

[@miragexl007]

So no s35 steel in this model?

[@billgrivette8047]

Glow in dark scales??

[@jhonis]

What MC said!!! Why not lefty carry!?!?

[@Maineicefishingenthusiast]

Pocket clip is completely different than the original 😊

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

Yeah, the large Elementum needs a flipper or better yet a thumb stud.

[@jarofaar8618]

I say switch it up with the big one and do thumb studs instead

[@rrstew31]

How do I win it

[@DQHW]

“Utilitarian cutting apparatus” 😂 I like that. Gonna start saying that.