New Knives for the Week of April 27th, 2023 Just In at KnifeCenter.com

[@hdrider2071]

Heck yeah ! That benchmade is going to look great on the seat of my Lamborghini right next to the caviar and grey poupon

[@rogerwood5228]

No cup holder in a Lambo. One does not eat in a Lambo.

[@hdrider2071]

@@rogerwood5228 i do

[@bobjohnson1633]

What kind of dirty hobo cannot afford to have their Lambo detailed to get rid of the chips and crumbs?

[@user-wy1dl2me2p]

Pardon me 😮

[@arrowheadguys7637]

Benchmade is literally doing everything in their power to drive away customers. I've got deep pockets when it comes to knives but man, they're losing me.

[@adamkolb113]

Ya I think Benchmade was good “back in the day” but now so much competition and quality on inexpensive knives is going up that they are just not worth the money anymore.

[@arrowheadguys7637]

@@adamkolb113 They're still good, I have a ton of Benchmades and love them, but yeah the prices are getting out of hand when talking about value.

[@sklew]

A fool and his money are easily parted

[@adamkolb113]

@@arrowheadguys7637 ya I have some and do like them I just don’t think they are keeping up with the industry. I love the new orange bail out but 300$ is a lot.

[@rogerwood5228]

It's that modern-day Portland pyschosis

[@Jeremy-Two]

Hi, What is the best foundation multi tool for you to add your favorite tools, if you could?

[@captnkurt83]

Benchmade has lost their minds, they need to be boycotted until they drop their price.

[@TheTrueNorth11]

Honestly. I don’t know what’s going on but knife companies have totally lost their minds in recent years.

[@Knivess0]

Business as usual for them.

[@Kyle-bb9zp]

That's why I don't buy bench made way to expensive buy XL espada cold steel

[@megacab]

People will still buy them so the trend will continue. What's worse are the prices people pay on the secondary markets like eBay for highly sought after knives. Fortunately, there are some great "budget" knives out there.

[@QuazarCyclone99]

The only benchmade worth what they charge would probably be the adamas and mini adamas

[@pelewads]

Just received my very first front flipper. And immediately dropped it, in front of a friend. Who was watching me unbox it. Not as easy as it looks. DCA, I feel ya man.

[@spurraticas]

My worst front flipper fear

[@mirkokrizan214]

Very nice video. I have multiple sclerosis and I am not able to use thumb or other fingers opening systems. So I am using only fixblades, or OTS auto knives. I was a knife collector, before. At this video, I can choose some knives, that is why I am so happy. At present time, I wear spyderco ARK, or Victorinox fruit knife in kydex. Those are nice blades, which I am using every day to help me. Cause I am not able to open can, or bottle without them. Well I am able, but with help of these knives, it is more easy. I can walk only with help of german crutches, so one hand opening knife is really essential for me and to carry it on my neck is essentialy too. Really big thanks for all your videos.

[@gx12]

Can you please do a video on classy single blade folders that also have a bottle opener? The Esnyx Beer Buster Jr and the Great Eastern Cutlery Beer Scout are two examples.

[@natesvundxxrs9107]

I got the ekko and it's sooooooo good so slicy phenominal blade shape, I'd recommend the steel scales for more contouring also the button lock is good but not the strongest so if that isn't your thing grab the liner lock !

[@escapetherace1943]

SOOOOOOOO GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD it's garbage. wharncliffe is a terrible shape outside of utility

[@Hungrybird474]

I agree bro. The black steel one is excellent . Same with the steel pyrite . I like how the knife closes shut and stays with no bounce on both models and snappy little blades . Touch call between the pyrite and ekko if I had to choose . Still too soon to say but they’re both great imo and priced fair .

[@Hungrybird474]

@@escapetherace1943 it’s one of the most popular shapes to use . It’s hard to go back to a drop point after getting used to a wharncliffe but each to their own . We all like what we like though .

[@E.L.RipleyAtNostromo]

@@escapetherace1943Oh horse$hit. ​Outside of utility? A wharnecliff design is also far and away the best blade shape for self-defense, so what else is there? Overlooking the fact that the Ekko isn’t a wharnecliff design, it’s a sheepsfoot.

[@escapetherace1943]

@@Hungrybird474 because they are opening boxes and doing utility work a wharncliffe is more useful for the cityboy, you are correct.

[@HollowKid]

That Scitus looks like a decent affordable gentleman's knife. And between the ZT, QSP, and that exclusive CJRB, this looks like a really good week in new knives

[@cameronduncan7921]

Love benchmade. They put out their goldclass every year and always put a reversible clip on it. That’s why they’re the best in the biz

[@acid6urns]

you’ve gotta be joking

[@cameronduncan7921]

@@acid6urnshuh? Taking about the number 1 knife company in America with the best lifetime warranty in the game. 😂😂 keep up they sell more knives that almost any other knife company in the world you noob.

[@MmmGrayons]

Any possibility of more micarta colors for the exclusive pyrite drop point. Love CJRB’s double red coral/burgundy linen micarta, but others like green or natural would look great as well. The titanium bolster goes well with any.

[@knifecenter]

We've got some cool stuff in the works :) -DCA

[@Madman6505]

The Ekko is a steal for the price. And regardless of price, it's just a great fidgety and capable edc knife that's easy to carry. The front flipping action is super easy, as far as front flippers go. If you're on the fence about this one, just get it.

[@sencerr226]

New knives time *YES*

[@E.L.RipleyAtNostromo]

I just picked up the CJRB Ekko button lock in green micarta. In hindsight I should have just picked up the liner lock for a few bucks less, I think the scale looks actually better without the button. As it is I’ll end up buying the KC exclusive button version to match the special Pyrite in the same materials. Thanks for the review. 👍

[@christianmcbride9905]

Excited about the new Spyderco neck knives, that Bowie shaped blade has my mouth watering! Awesome to see that ZT fixed blade finally dropped, been waiting on that since you guys showed it a few months ago. Also happy to see that Case Westline drop, wish it were a touch cheaper but would still love to try it in hand. Thanks boys, keep up the great work

[@EDC_Soldier]

When designing the Westline, I can't help but wonder if Case was trying to see how far forward on the blade they could put the thumbstuds.

[@jjrossitee]

😂

[@Billy2Bowls]

Had to preorder the ekko exclusive can’t wait till mid June

[@hoss4876]

Will your version of the pyrite come back?

[@TheGerardo136]

That’s what I’m wondering. I really want that pakka wood one 😭

[@hoss4876]

@@TheGerardo136 I want the one that came out before that. The Ti and black micarta

[@TheGerardo136]

@@hoss4876 that one’s nice too. Shoot I’ll take either or, just bring them back! Lol

[@abc456f]

​@@hoss4876 Started selling off a good portion of my collection at the beginning of the year. Sold 128 knives. Still have around 60, and that KC exclusive pyrite with ti bolsters, clip, and black micarta is one I'm keeping. Looks great and the button lock has zero stick...cough...protech malibu.

[@marsarmory6236]

@@hoss4876 did you try to backorder it on the website? If you wait for it to come back in stock you will most likely not get one as they are usually all presold. Took ten days and I got mine. Good luck

[@stevemendez3535]

What’s up with the BOKER I pre-paid two months ago and I haven’t heard anything yet?

[@Andrew-bb1iq]

When’s knife center going to have that deal when they add the decimal point to the Benchmade Fact Gold Class? 4:32

[@rman713]

How can a knife as simple as that ZT 0006 be so beautiful 😍

[@Zero_8347]

I like the looks of the Case Westline, but I wish it was a manual opener.

[@megacab]

Yeah I was interested then I heard "assisted." Some people like them, but the consensus seems to be that people like manuals more.

[@mikoyanig5512]

He did say it was a weak action so it’s pretty close to just being manual of that sways your opinion

[@jeffcon123]

Did that spyderco small yojimbo ever drop? I like the native wharnie but man I feel like the mini yojimbo looks better

[@jessejames3944]

I do love the smoothness of all the flippers with ball bearings. But can you recommend a good flipper that doesn’t have ball bearings?

[@Hungrybird474]

Civivi or kizer are good value , twosun , 3”-3.5” is perfect imo . More 3.5” for me but people like their 3” blades . Can’t lose on any of them 👍. Enjoy 😉

[@Hungrybird474]

I think the civivi brazen drop point blade is a real good one and the civivi riffle or kizer begleiter . I like the twosun 129 and 380

[@jessejames3944]

@@Hungrybird474 thx for the recommendations. Not what I was asking about. The ones you listed have bearings. I did say I was looking for one without bearings.

[@curtishatridge4325]

The Case Westline is very similar to the Begg Mini Glimpse.

[@garynordell1]

Very much enjoy the videos. I am wondering if you might consider a video that compares folders that all have partially serrated blades.

[@petertwiss356]

I have the ZT 006 and it is da bomb, highly recommend. perfect size and grip for camping/backpacking

[@bigjim55able]

My Ekko exclusive is supposed to be here tomorrow!!!

[@bdubb5390]

Nobody's coming close to ur guys videos. Keep em coming!!

[@The4cp]

That ZT is a beautiful thing.

[@gizmaticopappy1524]

I'm wanting that Xcellerator and the exclusive Pyrite. Very nice

[@yossarian3]

I picked up a SpyOpera and like the action. It's a great little knife. They should have put a better clip on it for that money though. Have to spend more to mod it now and not sure how easy that will be with a wire clip.

[@WilliamWallis]

Just ordered the exclusive Ekko.

[@shanewiest7627]

That ZT 0006 is real nice. You didn't mention anything about the holes in the cross gaurd. Good for tying your knife to a stick for more distance between you and the attacker.

[@acid6urns]

don’t tie your damn survival knife to the end of a stick please dear god let that horrendous advice die

[@lucasc5651]

That knife center ekko in the alt wharncliffe blade the pyrite has would be my knife of the year by a mile. I'd loooove to see it

[@NavyAssassinOnBLAST]

CJRB/Artisan Cutlery & Kizer are killing it. So many fantastic new affordable knives to choose from! Russel is a true blue knife nerd! I'm #ActuallyAutistic and say that with total resoect. He is all about knives! ❤

[@mr.shellcracker9161]

What are the safest locking mechanisms in terms of a knife not potentially opening in the pocket? I tend to go with back locks because the blade will "snap back" if the knife opens a little bit. I've been carrying spyderco back locks and swiss army knifes for the last 10 years. I had a sage 5 liner lock open in my pocket and it almost bit me when I stuck my hand in my pocket to grab a pen during a business meeting. I haven't been able to carry liner locks since.

[@The_RC_Guru]

My sog twitch 2 has a small lever on the back to lock it closed. That and it’s a back lock. There’s one option.

[@TheTarman]

Liner locks and frame locks are fine as long as there’s a good detent, but some even have additional safeties to lock the liner/frame in place when opened, and lock the blade in place when closed. But you’re probably already making the right choice, because back locks inherently have that bias towards closure without the need for anything like a detent ball. I’d keep doing what you’re doing

[@antimatter2380]

I have an ad10 and that has bitting me more times than any other knife. I don't know if it's the size, but that tip is always coming out a bit then snapping in closed on my hand. Strong back lock when open, bad detent when closed.

[@PlhPatrick]

Look at the shark lock by Demko and super lock be We. They pull closed and have a loner resistance against opening, yet still incredibly smooth and reverse flippable.

[@Billy2Bowls]

How does a knife open in the pocket? Is that a thing ? Damn ghosts reaching in yo pants

[@indianOutlaw87.5]

i need a knife with a locking blade that is no wider than a half inch and no longer than 2.5 for a cruise im going on next month is there any you suggest to fit that requirement

[@SoCalFreelance]

Would love to have the Nichols Damascus version of the Fact.

[@mdubb4855]

How do we clamp onto a FFG for sharpening purposes?

[@Richunclecheapskate]

Question, do you think Magnacut is really going to be the next big steel in pocketknives? Will M390 finally be dethroned?

[@jusme8060]

Whatever is easier to heat treat. M390 can be china'd up pretty badly and Still come out with a decent hardness. Not sure about magnacut but I'm guessing it's tougher to treat. If your buying supersteel you should go with small customs shops. In my opinion of course.

[@jusme8060]

You're...damnit

[@adamkolb113]

I think it has already been dethroned…

[@jusme8060]

You damn grammar nazis got me all messed up...😅

[@Zero_8347]

yes, and i hope people start using it for other tools like screwdriver bits

[@ralphk9251]

Did Case get the screws on the pocket clip correct this time. Biggest complaint on the Marilla was the height of the screws catching on the rim or your pants pocket. Hard to see in the video, I like it, but will wait for some reviews before spending $160.

[@StarDarkAshes]

I can just imagine them in the board room at Benchmade and they’re all sitting around trying to figure out how much to charge for the new gold class knives and they’re all thinking. “Maybe we can just charge them 1250 even though it only costed about $250 to make.” 😂

[@wes.killed.it.5511]

Shit that's being generous to their pricing staff lol That knife, particularly in low batch quantities like their gold class usually are, probably still doesn't cost them more than $40-$45 in materials and a couple hours of $17.50/hr labor lmao

[@MikeyD8716]

@@wes.killed.it.5511 that’s why you can buy the knockoffs for around $50. Those knives are beautiful but $300 max and that’s still turning a 5-6x profit. Maybe the need less people in the boardroom.

[@Ericstraordinary]

It reminds me of a scene in The Hudsucker Proxy, when the eggheads are trying to come up with a price for their new product.

[@tmille10]

Almost God Class 😂

[@latetodagame1892]

Quadruple? Quadruple!

[@gregglackin]

That Lil' Native looks suspiciously like a CS Tuff Lite...just saying...would love to see them side by side...

[@s.h.v.c2865]

That was my first thought too when Spyderco unveiled it

[@BrandonGavin_EDC]

Happy to see the Knifecenter version of the Ekko. Benchmade has been hitting the pipe too hard in 2023!!!

[@requiscatinpace7392]

That ZT looks awesome. Can’t decide between 4 of those or one of those Benchmades 🤣😂😅!

[@deejay2793]

On that zt 0006…From the glare it looks like the coating is wearing off the high grind like - probably from the sheath. Exactly why the sheath should be leather, or at least lined.

[@John-tx1wk]

"...no decimal points in there..." Meh, there's really no spot they could put a decimal point that would make me want one.

[@quin498]

.0000001250$

[@happykt]

Its not just you David! I also can't use a front flipping knife and stopped buying them. I own four of them and my regular sized female fingers can't flip the blade out properly and if I do, I've almost cut myself.

[@4NdR3_K]

Thank you for another great video 👍

[@Monsoonpain]

Knife center is the drug dealer feeding my knife addiction !

[@UncleFjester]

*I gave up collecting Benchmades for Rolex's*

[@scottmackey4182]

Could you do an updated video on all the steel variations? There seems to be some new steels available on the market and many mfrs are taking advantage of them.

[@JakeSmith-ps4vr]

I dig that ferum forge one at the end, reminds me of a budget chavez. If there were such a thing;)

[@ravingbadger]

unreal how fast they go

[@blakefrancisboggs7526]

The case westline and spyderco stok look sick. Intelligently designed.

[@mikerollins3088]

I like the designs of both, but at just under 3" it makes me wonder why spyderco made a fixed blade that small and for $70 for 8cr steel?! That's nuts to me!

[@michaeldeiters2723]

made in china also, not for me

[@jayr526]

I have no problems with clamshells when I'm carrying my Spyderco Yojimbo in Cruware.

[@Ratchman_5000]

Why not do a reversible pocket clip on the knifecenter exclusive CJRB?? I would've bought one but.. im left handed.

[@yogibru1]

David, I have only been watching for about 6 weeks. Have you had sessions on the horizontal knives yet? Just curious, they look pretty "COOL"!!

[@knifecenter]

Horizontal knives? -DCA

[@powersww1reset]

The cjrb looks just like the Gerber savey, or the other way around.

[@speedy_g_345]

DCA. 👋 howdy from Dallas, TX. My question. I recently purchased a travel trailer. I’m looking for a fixed blade or folder that is suitable for the kitchen as well as some light duty camping chores. Budget sub $300. Please and thank you for your advice!🤠🇺🇸

[@rayhays24]

Joker knives. Check em out.

[@happykt]

I'd just get a Mora Companion (regular or robust), and/or a Mora Craftline. You'd only spend under $35 for the two of them combined, they'd last a long time (and are virtually industuctrible) , stay very sharp, and are suitable for the kitchen, camping, or in the case of the Companion, also bushcrafting.

[@speedy_g_345]

@@happykt good point 😁

[@franticflintstone7999]

I could be wrong, but I believe Eric from Spyderco stated in one of the trade show videos that Stok is pronounced as "stock" (it's the Dutch designer's name).

[@dr.oetqer]

You're right, it is pronounced like that. His first name is too difficult for most as it contains typical Dutch language sounds.

[@franticflintstone7999]

@@dr.oetqer I looked up his first name. Sjoerd. And there's actually a KZbin that says how to pronounce that. :)

[@singlechristiancowboy]

Couldn't a front flipper be used like the "wave" feature on Emerson's to deploy?

[@les3782]

$1250????? That's absurd

[@user-wy1dl2me2p]

No kidding 😂

[@speedy_g_345]

I would like to purchase a knife center exclusive Spyderco Stok. Hint hint 😆 Canvass micarta, cpm D2 Or Diamond wood, cpm S30V Just my opinion, but could be a cool exclusive build or sprint run.

[@mikerollins3088]

If they did a KC exclusive you can bet it'd be in Cru-wear lol

[@speedy_g_345]

@@mikerollins3088 that would be pretty cool 😎

[@Buggapanda]

Victorinox actually realizing nobody has cared about the can opener in over fifty+ years is something I woud have never hoped to see in my lifetime, let's just hope this new tool becomes a standard option in all their products sooner rather than later

[@bobjohnson1633]

What? I find the tool to be invaluable.

[@davidbickford9645]

I LOVE having the can opener and I use it all the time. Wenger had a much better design back in the day (IMHO).

[@s.h.v.c2865]

I doubt it will ever become standard, but it will be in the new Companion model with cellidor scales

[@franticflintstone7999]

@@davidbickford9645 I always liked the Wenger can opener. It makes a useful all-around tool, including box opener. This new tool interests me because it still includes the small screwdriver that works on Phillips.

[@franticflintstone7999]

I sometimes use the can opener to peel an orange just because I want to give it something to do. :)

[@matthew413]

I think the term you’re looking for is a “peened” finish! It’s hammering, so you’re right! But, it’s when the finish I’d deliberately hammered to a rough type surface instead of being smooth! I’m honestly just going off the top of my head with that, so I could be wrong too

[@patrickmccrea3455]

Benchmade is out of their mind 600$ for a sharpened pry bar nooo!😊

[@bobjohnson1633]

Stupid people pay that. I got a puuko on an air force base (no tax) and it was on sale for $85 for some reason.

[@thui7889]

Benchmade dug themselves so deep in terms of pricing they got no choice but to keep digging deeper 😂

[@bobjohnson1633]

Their next budget knife made of pot metal only $999.99

[@oferbechor1579]

THANK YOU

[@adamkolb113]

Also.. when are we gonna see a pirite XL ??!!!

[@tmjvtxtmjvtx]

Long time listener, first time caller.DCA, If you could pick one person to demonstrate front flippers and they would have to comply, who would you choose. I will take my answer off air

[@jwmahan1982]

Please upgrade to 4K video quality! Thanks.

[@meeeeee423]

Man everyone is ripping on Benchmade and I am just learning all this now. I bought a 940 Osborne without doing enough research 🙃

[@eErudius]

It's not the make per sey... it's 1250$ for something you can buy for 250$ 'cause it looks cool.

[@tzadik36]

Mr. Gray Bull might try wearing (disposable) gloves around automobile greases, solvents, etc.

[@willeniumfalcon]

I kept thinking the trumpet in the background music was a mosquito flying around my head.... Awesome knives though. Thanks DCA

[@user-wy1dl2me2p]

ZT is quite a handsome knife

[@mikerollins3088]

I actually wouldn't mind having the Spyderco fixed blades if they were longer than 2.95 inches, but im NEVER gonna pay $70 for 8 CR steel Idc who's name is on it! Kizer at least put out a couple different Fixed blades that are 3.5-4 inch in the $60-$64 range with D2 and 154cm steel. I'd take either of those over 8cr any day of the week!

[@franticflintstone7999]

While I'd prefer if Spyderco upgraded to 9CR for their budget line, I don't mind 8CR. D2 is a steel I avoid because I like the outdoors and I don't wanna worry about rusting, chipping, or difficulty field sharpening. 8CR you usually just need to hone a lot, which takes seconds. As to whether the price is fair, I don't know. To me, if it's a design I like from a company I trust and it's under $100, I'm probably gonna get it. There's probably a few bucks added on for the brand, but they do have a third party designer, a U.S. made Boltaron sheath, and it looks like the Stok has nice looking grinds and fit and finish.

[@mikerollins3088]

@@franticflintstone7999 I don't have an issue with 8CR, I just think it's pricey to spend $70 on a 3" fixed blade w/ 8CR.

[@mitchyyy18]

Boy.. Benchmade really hates poor people. 😢

[@Knivess0]

Buy second hand, that's how most of us avoid the butterfly tax. You can get Bugouts for about a hundred. Edit: I've also seen mini Admas for less than 150.

[@megacab]

​@@Knivess0 I do that. Many times the primary user didn't use the knife very much, if at all. I just sharpen it to my liking and it's good to go.

[@jeffstanger88]

Where do we click for notifications when someone buys one of those Benchmades? I really want to know.

[@erk1777]

I love knives

[@Cjfv1030]

Benchmade is getting ridiculous. There's so many great budget knives now that I don't know why one would buy Benchmade.

[@rickyhurtt5568]

That hammered clip goes well with a person would have to be hammered drunk to pay 1250 for a knife with nothing really special. 24k thumbstub? Inset diamond in pivot screw? No? Where's all the money going to? Not in the fat carbon and steel is only so special. IMO. Great video, thanks Dave

[@bobjohnson1633]

The steel all costs about the same, really

[@adamkolb113]

Dude, has victorinox Swiss Army knives ever made a fixed blade??? And is there a chart that lists all the SAK models and there tools past and present ??? Thanks dude

[@John-tx1wk]

SAKWiki doesn't have the best interface to me but it is the best site I have found for SAK information.

[@adamkolb113]

Ya I’ve been there. It is packed with info but it would be great to have like a poster of all the different models.

[@franticflintstone7999]

They do have a couple of outdoors fixed blades. I believe they're made for them by another company.

[@Kevin-qj7fp]

I really wanna see Thomas make some videos of his mutitools

[@macmccartney5760]

I see hoback is following suit with microtech

[@vovaslon2921]

Artisan Cutlery Xcellerator the best

[@chrisohanlon69]

"They're your hands" made me lol

[@StarDarkAshes]

I’m still waiting for Victorinox to make a new keychain knife that is just like the classic SD but only has just the small blade with Alox scales. Tell me that wouldn’t be cool? And they could put them out in different colors for like 20 bucks apiece or some thing. Wouldn’t that be awesome? Like the tiniest single layer form factor like the Alox Solo but tiny that would just get lost on your keychain. They would sell a boatload of them. The ones with the scissors and all that are cool but I just think if they made something even smaller it would just make people go crazy. They can keep that wood one.

[@franticflintstone7999]

The closest thing to that is something I saw in a video on MeZillch's channel. He took a Victorinox Escort (single layer -- just knife and file), removed the scales, and polished it to a mirror finish using Simichrome polisher. It's ultra-thin and kinda cool looking.

[@steveh.3370]

My Victorinox Swiss Army is the best watch I have ever owned. Keeps better time than digitals.

[@FindersKeepers88]

Good, thx

[@daveplem]

I would be more likely to watch this every week if you kept a leaderboard.

[@knifecenter]

Leaderboard measuring what? -DCA

[@tannershumway3030]

Is it just me? Or doesn’t the sencut knifes that are suppose to be the More budget of civivi knifes not so budget of civivi. There either the same price if not more then some civivi knifes lol and yet there suppose to be cheaper?then civivi? but the cheapest sencut is like $45 when civivi has a knife as cheap as $29 lol

[@abc456f]

I find the quality of the sencut knives equal to civivi. The actium is an excellent budget knife.

[@tannershumway3030]

@@abc456f I guess I just feel like I’m being lied too. It’s still a budget price and I believe the quality is the same as a civivi. It’s just to me when they say it’s the budget of civivi then I think even cheaper when it’s basically the same price.

[@speedy_g_345]

Howdy y’all 🤠🇺🇸

[@sencerr226]

🤠

[@n_conway7571]

The spyderco sprint is literally a 3rd of the price for the Benchmade.

[@kayla8402]

Hm. Just wish that Ekko came in a 2.98" blade size. Have an old kershaw injection I love but tired of that mediocre 8cr, just feel better with a slightly sub 3" blade for general legality and use, and looks just about perfect for that otherwise.

[@rman713]

DCA- do you realize you called the Spy OPERA “drama free” ?? Great play on words 👌

[@CarlosASilva23]

Wouldn’t ATS-34, being non particle metallurgy, be the Japanese equivalent of 154CM, since CPM-154 is already a powder metallurgy steel? So then RWL-34 would be the Japanese equivalent of CPM-154. On that note, which of those steels is better at splitting hairs?

[@Bacnow]

Benchmade needs to raise their prices! I mean, the prices of yachts have skyrocketed and Benchmade executives are struggling!

[@JakeSmith-ps4vr]

Once you start folding a powder steel, say to make a damasteel, wouldn't you start seeing a decline in the base metal performance? In other words. Wouldn't folding and forging a powder steel hinder it's benefits of being formed in such a way?

[@modofatak]

Seems like a decent question, but have you ever watched any edge retention testing vids (like Cedric and Ada)? I think the consensus is that damasteel is great stuff (maybe even slightly better than CPM-154. Easier to sharpen), but I’d look that up, if I were you

[@kidjetrecon7153]

There’s a knife for each one