The TOP 10 BEST Folding Knives Of 2023

The 10 best folding knives of 2023.
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[@joeyoung1973]

11:30 modular knife

[@CHUCKIT]

How could you not choose the knife I had invested so much of my tiny brain thought process into you choosing. On the bright side, there's so much spaghetti in my pants right now I won't have to go grocery shopping this week. So there's that. But, HOW DARE YOU!

[@carlsoll]

I laughed *tooo* hard at this

[@TacticalBunnyCA]

Something about this list is quite a turn off for me. I think its got something to do with one token budget option and then everything else is pretty much just for very comfortable to staight up rich people. I get it Complex can't have a full time channel with 800 some odd videos and not get into the snootiest of the snooty knives and they are great eye candy but there's just alot of disconnected reality, in my personal perception. Very erudite list.

[@littlemountain6413]

I'd love to see an updated top 10 or 20 best knives of all time in the new year.

[@Grows4]

I have irritable bowel syndrome. Or should I say I HAD irritable bowel syndrome 🙂. Thank you Metal Complex!! Merry X-mas.

[@fahed7316]

I got the microtech msi but i cantttttt flick it help brothers please i cant sleep! How do yall flick em im a tumb stud guy hhhh

[@mikepersia5362]

The manual Stitch is on my shortlist. Bought my buddy the auto (Stitch) and it’s a sweet piece!

[@jonathanporter5223]

This year's top 10 list you put together is fantastic. I own a injection molded MSI and a blacked out Vision FG, that fight for my pocket on the daily. So I can understand the struggle in choosing your number one pick. Both are extraordinary examples of the modern pocket knife done to perfection. Can't wait to see what 2024 brings to the table.

[@Sleepy_spartan717]

The vision fg looks amazing. I’d have to find ti scales for it right away though. I’m not a fan of the ultem at all ands have kind of swayed away from micarta lately. Kind of doing the monochromatic thing right now myself. Mostly milled ti in the collection with a small amount of carbon at this point.

[@acid6urns]

if you don’t mind carbon fiber i say grab the knifecenter exclusive vision FG in s35vn 🤷‍♂️

[@Soakitincider69]

Wow just how many digits were in that check Microtech sent you?

[@MiguelEDC]

I’m a simple guy, I see a video from MC, and I click on it!! Btw, Awesome line up! Thoroughly enjoyed this upload 💯🙌🏼

[@davidreagan2830]

Ziffius and Sentinal Strike from WE/Civivi would be my top 2. My Vision FG makes my finger hurt after just a couple flips, so not a huge fan. Didn't buy many others this year. So that'd be the extent of my list. :D

[@ElricESR]

I too have issues with it hurting my finger tip.

[@AudibleVisibIe]

My top 3 that I personally owned are: Kizer Varatas Divo growler v2 Kunwu Padre Honorable mentions: Divo Pony Stout Qvist invert EMPEDC Pulse Newbreed EDC clydesdale

[@_Bryant.R]

Just ordered an MSI. Hoping to find the sweet spot between my PM2 and Adamas.

[@JRCOWBOY78]

Just got the Sencut crowley based off your review. Love it for the price and quality boss. You are doing a great service to the knive loving community 👍🏻💯

[@ATAR1]

I have the We Vision R and love it. Such a cool piece. The FG version is an amazing deal. Definitely worthy to be on your list.

[@bernielomax4702]

That civivi vision is atrocious looking.

[@joshuajuarez6338]

@metal_complex I give you some mad props, bro. Seeing the stats of posting almost 800 videos for the year!! That more than 2/day. Very impressive. A true testament to your commitment, dedication, and contributions to the EDC community. Thank you so much for everything you do. Stay rad!

[@alexandregraulle607]

In Provence, everybody have a Cicida , Cigale, on the wall of our housse. It's a décoration and it is for the luck !! ^^

[@Cid_1]

The WE Nefaris is amazing. BUT WE made the decision to make it a Limited Edition for no reason at all. When they could have made it their new evergreen model. There are a few available but chances are that people won't be able to get the color they want. I truly hope WE make it a regular model in different colors than the Limited run since it should not have been a LE release in the first place.

[@XGurro]

MC: What do you bring to the table? Vision FG: I AM THE TABLE!

[@MrBosst09]

GTC is my favorite of the year.

[@godsangryhands4499]

That WE MGTC SOLID.. The Robots TURD!...I WANT THAT THING....OOOOOOHHHYEAH! DAM! AND THEN YOU HIT ME WITH THE HOG HOUSE VELY? How am I supposed to sleep when I gotta WORK overtime to get these knives!? Lolololol!😂

[@ryansmock2717]

*Reads title* We all know the Vision FG is #1 Edit: 2:13 HAHAHA THOSE ARE BOTH MINE AND THEY ARE FANTASTIC You had an amazing year MC! Keep it up! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to y'all knife nerds!

[@Tibarr]

I keep looking at the stitch, wanting it badly. "My 2nd best knife is the civivi fg" well it's nice, not sure I want to buy it... "number 1 is the microtech stitch" FUCK you're going to make me blow 300 bucks

[@SoGoneSoFast85]

Benchmade Narrows for light weight slim beautiful carry We Knife Exciton for amazing feeling and great looking knife We Knife Ziffius amazing feeling and features gorgeous knife Civivi Sentinel Strike great budget to the Ziffius

[@CastIronPrimate]

HOW DARE YOU? RARRRGGHH! I want a Stitch, can't fucking find one in the UK. As per usual. Seems like my usual complaint.

[@jonmagoo5986]

Don't agree with your choice for #1. But at least you didn't choose the biggest disappointment from benchmade...the Narrows

[@free2smokecrack]

Shut up about lefty pocket clips no one wants stupid holes on the show side of their expensive knives

[@JMWexperience]

Thanks for all the hard work you put into this channel! It is truly entertaining and educational. Looking forward to seeing more content next year.

[@metals_etched]

Hey metals complex, what about the good boy? Ha ha, ha ha ha ha, ha ha! Just kidding. Great video as always.

[@badnfluence11]

Great list. I have personally picked up 5 of these over the past year and agree completely with your internal debate between the Vision FG and Stitch. When choosing for my day, I have the same debate but wind up with the Stitch in my pocket more than any other. The action and Ergos are amazing and its just so freaking cool!

[@msharmall7298]

Do yourself a favor and move your hand out of the blade path when you spine whack test knives like you did with the MSI and Stitch. Can't tell you how many of us knife dudes have gotten stitches from testing it with our hands in the way exactly like you did. Eventually you will get stitches if you don't learn from our mistakes lol, just a heads up

[@nukebert1]

Please, I listen to your channel to hear what you have to say, not what your comments say. I really don't care what others think, nor should you. And please stop screaming!

[@rebellucy6200]

Always my favorite video of the year, except when the ENTIRE collection video comes out. That is when we see the BIG $$ knives.

[@EtotheFnD]

Thanks for bringing us a great 2023...cant wait to see what this channel brings in 2024...Merry Christmas buddy...👊

[@vinnie_baggadonuts]

Your review of the solid each time makes me laugh.... Its ugly as shit and looks like an aftual log of shit but if you can get past that its cool 😂😂😂😂

[@Kens_knives]

🎉MC I think you missed a great one it sold out pretty quick anyway it's the Bergblades Sweeney and it was my knife of the year. Thanks again for all your content and contribution to the community.

[@MerricMaker]

Never watching you again. The shouting thing is dumb and off-putting.

[@karabinas]

Again, no buck 110…conspiracy theories commence 😉😂🤓🎅🏼

[@stuartrollings602]

Howdy n Merry Christmas! Great show! Agree on Stitch and MSI…also the Vision is amazing for the money! But the new Microtechs just are so comfortable and feel so well made that they rule! Thanks!

[@Dutch79]

Not sure how you can be so positive about Civivi. I had 2 and the action was pretty bad. Kizers are so much nicer in that price range.

[@prostoplotnik]

Спасибо за информацию,с новым 🎉, stitch мой фаворит

[@themahones]

This year wasn’t as impressive as ‘20 - ‘22 I’m hoping ‘24 is a banger

[@TheSpiritBeaver]

My fav is still the Ziffius but I have very specific aesthetic tastes. Have a wonderful holidays brother! Thank you for everything!

[@twissted1277]

Second place is my first place. I got the white scales with Damascus blade.

[@MemeScreen]

Do you have any recommendations for a knife with a glass breaker?

[@Paa375]

Does anyone know if the super lock gets easier to depress on the civivi vision?

[@gladius1275]

Wow, I’m actually in complete agreement with you’re 1 and 2. I was also suitably wowed by the Stitch when I received it. I am super excited about Microtech for 2024. Can definitely see a Cypher and a Combat Troodon on my heads up display. Merry Christmas MT and Fam!

[@fizzyl]

I’m a serious twine cutter, what knife do you use for twine?

[@w.ericwatt2987]

Fun watching this... Appreciate your input and your passion for these knives. Great fun. 2024 is going to be interesting.

[@ozzyfranf]

None of the knives you say you've used alot look like they've ever been used at all. Well what I consider being used. I guess if you call opening and closing them being then there's that.

[@wes.killed.it.5511]

Gotta keep in mind he's got so many knives coming in on a regular basis that there's only so much pocket time he can afford to spend on one particular model. Also remember he's just a regular guy with a passion for pocket knives just like the other 99% of his viewers; meaning his regular edc use probably consists of scotch tape residue and your occasional card board box debris lol Happy holidays amigo and cheers!

[@1440Defense]

Don't ever change doing you ❤ big fan for years now MC

[@truetalon]

Now you’ve seen the Reate Tiger would that replace any of these top ten choices?

[@GLOCKsh00ter24]

Great picks. I personally would pick the MSI over the stitch, mostly based on utility and how well it cuts, but either are solid options for knife of the year. Merry Christmas, M.C.!

[@ClintCoon1976]

Shame you didn't get your hands on an Axial v3.

[@puddmuddle]

fair choice man. i love the stitch, was one of those knives where I instantly knew i was gonna buy another one down the line 😂

[@Carnivorous_edc]

How many knives did you review this year MC?

[@mosab643]

Your obsession with the stitch knives is getting out of control.

[@Kjeil]

Agreed that's my knife of 2023 too!

[@SpaceDave3000]

My prediction before I watch, everything aside from the budget choice is a titanium framelock in M390.

[@metal_complex]

Lol nope

[@joshuahenry524]

Bro you sound so much like woody from Toy Story, especially when you scream and I mean that as a huge compliment! Not a dig, great vid!

[@metal_complex]

I get that all the time (Tom Hanks) 😉👍

[@koshechnii]

Why do you sound like you're on the toilet right now?

[@truetalon]

All the reviewers seem to have missed the Liong Mah T-1 Tanto. Designed by Liong and made by Reate which is a winning combination. It’s too bad you didn’t review one.

[@metal_complex]

Gonna be real, it just wasn't super interesting. Totally fine if you like it. I passed on it

[@littlemountain6413]

A production Rook would be my dream come true

[@lisarak8639]

I like what you like , you have a good eye.

[@ericbonse7036]

The Demko is the Goldilocks knife

[@carlsoll]

17:17 ohh boy 😗 it *does* look like robot 🤖💩

[@BraverBua]

What i love about this knife.. number 1: its made in Taiwan Sure 😂

[@metal_complex]

It is factually made in Taiwan. This isn't a mystery. The point is "inexpensive but not made in China"

[@AudibleVisibIe]

"that was a wet canoe paddle to the face"

[@andyhayward1261]

Demko Shark cub MC!!! Shark Cub!!!! Super surprised you haven’t checked it out yet given how much you love the 20.5! I’m absolutely in love with my Ti Slicer Cub and Demko Knives managed to bring the price down a bit on these with the 20cv/Ti costing 250 compared to the 315 - 330~ of the very slightly bigger Ti/3v (or the 20cv variant) 20.5 I like the size significantly more as it comes right in line with classic faves of mine like the para 3, detent feels a bit stronger like there’s a stiffer coil spring in there and best of all it has reasonable blade stock for a knife of it’s size zero rather than the super thick stock of the 20.5. Oh and the sharpening choil/plunge grind is done much better

[@carlsoll]

That Civivi Vision F, I’m probably gonna go get as a TY gift. Very cool tool, almost jewelry and could do some serious work

[@Laglagpaddy]

What's everyone thinking about the polymer MSI? Been wanting one. Currently g10 is out of stock in my area but ive been hearing good things about the polymer that it isn't flimsy. Best 2023 purchase for me was the Arcade. I had regrets when first handling it but it's suddenly in my top rotations as well!

[@mokuso]

No Kunwu on the list? I only have 2 from your list but its #1 & #2! Though I think the Kunwu Padre is my favorite pickup this year.

[@optimuscrime608]

The MSI really shocked me. USA made for $170 and it’s HUGE. I didn’t think it would be that big but after carrying it for a couple months I love it! Such a great knife for the money

[@carmeng5867]

North of $150 may as well be the North Pole to me. Great list though. Thank you for the pleasure of allowing me to live vicariously for a few moments. Merry Christmas.

[@CristoffelBonorand]

I have a Veli coming my way in a couple weeks. Very excited! Did you ever handle the WE Ignio? It’s my pick for most impressive WE knife. The Solid is very cool, but the Ignio is cool AND a bit more accessible.

[@zbaird3]

Love these types of videos. Not sure where the Knifeguy/Knifechurch went but that was my Favorite... Happy Holidays 🎄🎅

[@parkewalton]

I thought you were going MSI at the end but can’t fault you for stitch. Probably the coolest blade out there AND now with a manual ram lock?! Cmon!!! Great list.

[@unfi6798]

Impressive collection mate. Hope Christmas was giving & have a safe New Year to you & family. Cheers cobber from Australia.

[@landontreinen3062]

As a man who has a long history of making fun of Microtech and Tony Marfione in the comments section of your channel, I agree with your top pick. Even I can’t talk trash about Microtech anymore after they started releasing these RAM-lock models. Absolutely unexpected move from Tony and the crew over there. Mad respect to them for releasing something that caters specifically to knife enthusiasts. They win this year in knives hands down.

[@SimonChao]

Hey MC, long time fan. Appreciate the education and entertainment you’ve been putting out all these years. Qq-you’ve been a huge Hinderer nut for a while, and you also went through a big Shaman modding phase. Obviously our tastes constantly evolve, as do knife designs. Curious how you’d stack rank your best Hinderer, Shaman (Excalibur?), and Stitch?

[@scrick7112]

MC. What a fun and a great list. Very entertaining. One of my top 10 is the Kunwu Padre and the Stitch of which both I own. Happy Holidays MetalComplex.

[@DaybidLay]

hey man, stumbled upon your AMA video and realized how massive your forearms are. do you train grip strength?

[@marktheboss6441]

The Civivi FG omg! I've managed to resist so far I'm holding out for a mini version. With Civivi's track record and the knifes success my geuss is we'll see one next year.🤞

[@michaelinsc9724]

I want to see the Hawk toggle lock sold to a company for mass production. I know itll never happen, but a guy can dream, right?

[@charlesperry1051]

I have the Microtech MSI with the polymer handle. I couldn't find one with G10. I am hopeful for a set of titanium scales! I love the lock and love the blade shape.

[@walnutz84]

Interesting...I happen to have purchased 7 of these knives this year all of which I include on my favorites of the year. The stitch was number 3 for me and thats only because I picked up a Large Sebenza in Magnacut and the milled titanium AD20.5 in 20cv this year, otherwise it would have easily been my favorite. Carried it today !

[@BeaverDunker]

I got the Miguron Akri for Christmas and by far the best knife I own and a joy to play with!!! The one I got is the titanium scales and the sandblasted M390 blade!!!

[@DONK0]

My number one knife of the year is the ultratech my wife got me for Christmas. Serial number 420.

[@JasonLeeDeeCee]

Sparrow Stryx, null knives voodoo and jack wolf gunslinger. All could be #1!

[@metal_complex]

Voodoo was 2022. Unfamiliar with the others

[@JasonLeeDeeCee]

@@metal_complex voodoo maybe announced in 2022 I guess but we barely got them a few months ago lol. The sparrow knives stryx is a production version of his customs and as long as I been watching your channel I can confidently say if you got your hands on one you would absolutely be a fan. The gunslinger was jack wolfs first locking knife, he makes modern slip joints and they’re top notch. The second version of the sparrow stryx is coming out soon, preorder was a while ago and there should be a few left over if you’re lucky enough to grab one. If not I’d be happy to send you mine to check out when the time comes.

[@ScrubLordJenkins]

Personally I think the kunwu Django should be on here, specifically with the dlc coating. I could be wrong but I've never seen real dlc done correctly at such a low price point.

[@coleporter20]

My G10 Stitch is one of 5 knives I purchased in 2023 and it it by far my favorite in my collection! Although I haven’t built up the courage to cut with it yet because it’s also the most expensive knife I’ve ever purchased other than my XM-18.

[@michaelinsc9724]

I can see your #1, but its just not my thing, though i did its brother. Completely agree regarding your runner up, and i changed the clip on mine.

[@diaconescuiuliannicusor2038]

Here I was expecting that QSP button lock to be #1 , silly me 😅😂. Great video MC

[@S8NSAYS]

I want to get my hands on the We solid, to check it out. I bought a Cybernetic from them, and I cannot believe how nice it is for the price. I feel like with We's recent releases, they have finally caught up to Reate, as far as quality goes. If I was making my own list, the Cybernetic would be on the podium for sure.

[@Lucas-yy3dh]

You chose wrong! ; )

[@srtc317]

I've bought dozens of knives this year and couldn't agree more. The Ram-Lok Stitch is the best. Microtech killed it this year!!

[@weldernick3750]

I agree with a lot of your list and own a few but I would have to say Microtech and WE (civivi and sencut kind of included) kind of won the year! I would have probably thrown the padre or pulsar on the list too… kunwu kind of the china bang for buck value house deserved a spot lol

[@Dtom32]

We both picked the same knife for #1. Im playing with he exact same one rn. The auto is a beast too