New Knives for the Week of August 3rd, 2023 Just In at KnifeCenter.com

David’s happy this week with lots of fixed blades, plus EDCs from Benchmade, Gerber and MKM. Check out the latest knives and EDC gear from KnifeCenter here: kcoti.com/3QsCOeD
Featured Knives
00:00 Intro
00:18 Benchmade Om: kcoti.com/44KbfSp
03:05 Benchmade Taggedout S45VN: kcoti.com/3YgSovT
04:59 Gerber Assert: kcoti.com/3QpMsP3
07:40 Gerber Scout: kcoti.com/3YmIYz5
09:45 TOPS MSF Mini Scandi Flipper: kcoti.com/45anNlQ
11:59 LionSteel Nano: kcoti.com/3YlEQiH
14:23 MKM Miura: kcoti.com/3rXF1Vn
17:45 Tactile Knife Co. Bexar 8-Bit: kcoti.com/45eDRmq
19:08 McNees MAC 2 AUTO: kcoti.com/45ftD5h
20:55 Microtech UTX-85 Signature Ultem: kcoti.com/44RcHTa
More New Microtech Knives: kcoti.com/3DLzQdu
22:06 GiantMouse ACE Iona V2: kcoti.com/3qiaLUC
24:20 Bestech Bambi: kcoti.com/3qjty1R
27:20 Woodsmonkey Kerf Carver: kcoti.com/3DEWPH9
29:42 Condor Trivittata: kcoti.com/3DHl3Ri
31:39 Condor Country Backroads Fixed Blade: kcoti.com/3q8noSh
33:33 Condor Black Leaf: kcoti.com/47ioR8Z
36:13 Halfbreed Blades Compact Field Knife: kcoti.com/3QqeoCz
38:18 Spyderco Enuff 2 K390: kcoti.com/3YnOYrk
Slightly Larger that Average Patches: kcoti.com/3IXcovQ
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[@justineich2200]

Benchmade are literally smoking crack with prices

[@girthbrooks-lk9cq]

Your right about that

[@di4bol1c4l7]

Totally agree 😂

[@girthbrooks-lk9cq]

I can buy a knife with just as good quality with better materials for benchmade prices.

[@speterj]

Somebody is trying to run that business into the ground.

[@girthbrooks-lk9cq]

@@speterj probably going to go woke next. Lol

[@chiefelephanttuskbong8081]

Maybe Benchmades next knife can be called the Pricedout........ of business

[@TylerDurden215]

😂😂😂 Seriously tho …

[@armenarakelian9876]

LOL

[@patrickbledsoe2176]

Nailed it

[@rnkmode1876]

Hopefully, they've been ripping people off for years. Plus they donated money to the DNC during all that 2020 BS, so I could care less what happens to them.

[@jayr526]

The ohm is a measure of electrical resistance. The om also appears to be a measure of purchase resistance.

[@girthbrooks-lk9cq]

Lol nice one

[@mulieslayer]

All knife prices are getting out of control but BM is leading the way. Even the gerber is too much$$$

[@bobjohnson1633]

I dunno. Esee still makes great knives for good prices. Folding knives are just kind of stupid, is all.

[@TheScotchaholic]

The crazy prices are the reason foreign non-USA brands have made plenty of ground in the global blade sales industry.

[@sleigh4019]

Really vosteed is making some of the coolest bad ass knives under 60$

[@hungao7142]

I agree. I was shocked to learn that Gerber with plastic handle is $179. The very same company which used to sell folders for $20-30

[@14ederan]

Favorite quote from the video: “The harder the wood gets, even better it’s gonna be.” Truer words were never spoken.

[@timsands4160]

i was impressed with the 'glass ball breaker'

[@Swami504]

Benchmade OTF's! 30% more handle, 30% less blade.

[@chiefelephanttuskbong8081]

200% more money

[@jonathancupp3686]

I really like the look of the new version of the Tagged Out, but at $100 over what would be reasonable, Benchmade can keep it.

[@Defossion1]

I stopped buying Benchmades after seeing that they contribute almost exclusively to Democrats. Telling...

[@jonathancupp3686]

@@Defossion1 I don’t get into the politics, but the prices are ridiculous.

[@staywoke2198]

@@Defossion1where did you see that?

[@coz9997]

@@Defossion1 Sounds pretty petty to me. So even though they are a American company that creates jobs in a America and produces their products in America, screw them because of who they donate to? Seems like republicans are more concerned with culture wars than actually benefitting the economy and creating jobs.

[@singlechristiancowboy]

Pretty much buyin the name more than the worth of the product.

[@radseven89]

300 bucks for a 2.5-inch blade on the OM is really steep. For $220 I would be in but for 300 I would rather have a bigger Microtech.

[@bobmahnamahknob]

I commented on another reply and was telling them about the MT ultratech with a magnacut blade for $258 I just picked up. That BM is ludicrous at $300.

[@radseven89]

@@bobmahnamahknob I got that magnacut ultratech too. The thing is sweet.

[@NLemessage]

Benchmade always wilding out with prices.

[@bawhite125]

Agreed. I'm done with Benchmade. They're out of their freakin' minds.

[@stacyrobbins1712]

Yes they are

[@alecseekins]

I've never been so excited for a Gerber. The assert is actually really neat. I'm thinking I might have to try one

[@stephenbarabas6286]

😂😂😂 did David really say "glass ball breaker" @21:48

[@twiceborn_by_grace]

On a knife called Bambi, why would you get any other handle option than the stag? Very creative. 👍🏾👍🏾

[@bullmilk]

The delay in mentioning the price usually corresponds with a laughable price point. Who could have guessed the Benchmade Om would cost more than a Microtech UTX70 and come with inferior blade materials?! Yup, just about everybody in the comments section.

[@BuckScrotumn]

Hearing the price on that Bexar was like getting kicked in the balls. Wanted that one the moment I saw it 😂

[@jamesR1990]

Tactile Knife Co and Tactile Turn are VASTLY overpriced even compared to other similarly sized US made companies.

[@justified_edc]

Don't waste your time with the Bexar, Tactile knives are riddled with issues

[@headfuel]

Love that you covered a wood carving option!

[@maxmtz8589]

Yeah but it’s 200$

[@EveryTongue]

I love how you plan the video with the knives laid out on the table.

[@landscapingspecialist]

The fact that Bestech made the scales out of what looks like antler then called it Bambi makes me want one. 😂👌🏻

[@pooslinger6839]

Benchmade knife prices remind me of when you go to a garage sale and a little kid is out there selling his old hot wheels cars for $10 bucks a piece lol

[@Mikelp73]

That tops is a lovely knife, I have their mini scandi folder and I love it to this day.

[@ThreeBlackBirds]

That 8 bit Bexar is neat. Tactile also recently had a limited edition 8 bit themed version of their side click pen which would compliment the knife perfectly.

[@AmetraWayofLife]

Hi David , Lamborghini took the name of the fighting bulls (MIURA) whose cattle graze on the Zahariche farm, in the town of Lora del Río (Seville) Spain. Its origin dates back to the mid-nineteenth century and its antiquity dates back to 1849. I guess the Lambo is as fierce as our bulls.... ;) A beauty of a knife by the way. Greetings from Spain!!!!

[@WestbrookAds]

not a complaint, just an observation... benchmade prices are nutz these days

[@sencerr226]

New knives time *YES*

[@dano727]

I Really like the removable thumb stud/opening idea !

[@oscr_zen]

that Taggedout is incredible, yet so expensive hehe

[@zdbrownie]

if it was a reasonable 200 I dont think I could talk myself out of it. 270... not a chance

[@oscr_zen]

@@zdbrownie same, maybe one day

[@zdbrownie]

@@oscr_zen can get s45vn probably better heat treat with g10 in a spyderco paramilitary 2 for 185, 270 is just ridiculous imo.

[@camhester4251]

that benchmade tagged out is awsome would love to add to my small collection

[@StarDarkAshes]

Usually bored with new Spydercos but this fixed blades intriguing

[@evolutionglitch4739]

That things amazing! I wish you made tbat but in XL (30ish % longer). Great work as always 👌

[@chrisandjanice]

21:47 . . . glass ball breaker . . . funniest thing I've heard all day.🤣

[@JimLander]

The blade on the Lionsteel looks really nice.

[@Woodzy-5326]

When I first saw pictures of the Kerf, I wasn't sold on it, ambivalent at best. But after seeing DCA handle it and give his assessment, I just might have to get me one.

[@bosse641]

Sure like that Trivittata, nice belt knife in the woods.

[@timtitus2532]

Wellll, I like the black leaf. Good review, David. Thanks.

[@hunterglaspell]

The assert is like a bugout but with more features and a better overall design for the same price. The clip also has recessed screws which is a plus. I imagine you can also take the thumbstud completely off. Neat.

[@The4cp]

Unfortunately the steel. D2 or higher and wow what a knife.

[@djarumastrofoo]

@@The4cp Id take S30v over D2 any day and twice on Sundays.

[@acid6urns]

@@The4cps30v is literally better than d2 steel in every way. it’s tougher, more edge retention and stainless.

[@danielholland3991]

Ohh ive been waiting for this! Cant wait to see what ill be buying this week

[@jamesfischer3694]

DCA you crack me up with the faces you make especially when on the last SpiderCo knife trying to fasten the leather strap. Lmao 😅

[@Salamando3D]

Updated Taggedout and the Assert both look great. Will pick up one of each. Solid USA-made offerings! Thanks for the look at them DCA! 👍

[@mihaidragnea9785]

People like you are the reason for the demented prices at Benchmade and the larger knife world.

[@Salamando3D]

@@mihaidragnea9785people like me don't care what you think bruv. cope. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@6030jdr]

What a doof. More money than brains

[@claptree3217]

That Miura is looking fantastic!

[@drewpfeif5028]

That condor trivittata is pretty sharp. I would snag it if they made a version in 14C28N

[@bigjim55able]

That stag is amazing. Haven't seen much in years

[@MightyRedHat]

Really dig that Bexar!

[@ironmikehallowween]

That stag handle knife is nice!

[@cameronduncan7921]

That Benchmade otf is dope.

[@rognuald9007]

Benchmade Om S30V for $300 vs Microtech Magnacut for under $300. The Om is smaller and lighter, but still. Benchmade Tagged Out S45VN for $270 vs Spyderco PM2 S45VN for under $200. The PM2 is thicker and heavier, but still. Seems like easy choices hear.

[@jj9363]

These prices are insane, $50 for a knife. I just use a sharpened rock or a butter knife i stole from an IHOP. Works just fine for me.

[@claytonfinley488]

@22:00 “…with a ball breaker on the back.” No thanks. Had one of those and got rid of it!😂

[@mileszd]

3:30 I'm holding out for a Taggedout Mini. Same style, but with a 3" blade.

[@paullambert4445]

Thanks DCA for your hard work. 🔪🎸

[@mylesgalos6465]

Loves those fixed blades

[@jesseam72]

306 for the Benchmade? What ?

[@timjk32]

new taggout is awesome

[@temetnosce7482]

The thumb stud on the Gerber Assert is interesting - Is there a thumb stud available to convert slotted (hole) knives like the original tagged out? Are they durable/reliable? Thanks for the update!

[@MountainFisher]

My K-390 dragonfly I use for fine cutting leather has become my edc. Dave is right, it cuts for a long time even cardboard with that thin blade it goes through a lot of it. Strop with 5,000 grit diamond paste and it's ready to go for three more months.

[@sqter00]

Gerber 440a? realy? on 2023y?

[@Mortem_Tyrannis_24]

Benchmade is out of there mind. Knives have always been built for light little girl use.

[@eckyeckypikang]

Jesus... The butterfly tax is strong with that OTF.

[@Lawlyayman]

The logo is a butterfly bc it flies away with your money

[@jayr526]

I think it's totally reasonable to talk to Jesus about Benchmade's prices. I don't see anything short of a miracle that will result in them returning to reasonable levels

[@turk88]

i know Benchmade had their hold on the lock but they now longer do, i am not sure if they can still command that price premium .

[@TheMaroney]

The KIZER VARATAS is one of KIZER's best knives ever. Y'all gotta have it on.

[@wichitajj6475]

Still waiting on the Lionsteel Willy fixed blade. I have been holding back knife funds to buy this model in multiple handle materials

[@wreid4995]

Who in their right mind would pay that kind of money for any Gerber? And Benchmade has lost its collective mind on their prices.

[@jludwig5374]

The Gerber is made out of s30v and has good action. It seems pretty competitive with pricing. That being said, I think pocket knives overall are too expensive these days.

[@jn651]

The Microtech with 'the glass ball-breaker on the back' 🤣

[@mikeh5967]

Now, Thursday is my favorite day. Not much of an OTF fan. The blade usually looks puny compared to the bulky handle.

[@israeljohnson2637]

Can you do a video on fixed blades that are ready for scout carry right out of the box please!

[@mattconklin4026]

I dig that Gerber Assert

[@TheTarman]

Dying waiting for the Military 2 to finally be in stock

[@stuartb9194]

What are Gerber thinking with 440a or a knife with movable thumb stud (why) and a seconday grind as wide as a skandi

[@mikerollins3088]

I actually like the Gerber Scout, but for basically $60 they need to upgrade the steel. 440A isn't great for a knife in this range, it could at least be D2! There's plenty of cross bar/D2 knives in this range and often times cheaper!

[@mikealger4721]

Customizable survival kits would be good to offer or a build your own kit.

[@savagewalks]

Hey DCA! Thanks to you, Thomas, and Seth for the awesome content! I recently purchased the Victorinox Venture knife and the knife is fantastic! The sheath, however, has a bit too much wiggle and play for my liking. Can you recommend a good leather sheath that this knife would fit in? I got the red one, so maybe something black? Thanks again!

[@jayr526]

Tech Nickel difficulties. That's a good change, David.

[@WilliacLHA5]

That Muira might be my new grail/lottery win knife

[@byronkennedy7912]

Thanks for the share DCA, Thomas, and KnifeCenter. The Bambi with sheath is a great, differentiating offering. I believe, DCA, the term you were struggling for to describe the new McNees Auto Mac 2 was .... Badazz.

[@BraneDamidge666]

Hi David, The Blackleaf reminds me of the Ka-Bar Becker Harpoon knife I plan on getting along with a Ka-Bar Warthog fixed blade for a cross country hike. Would you consider the Blackleaf comparable in durability to the Becker? It'd be hard to change my mind on the Becker Harpoon! I do wish Ka-Bar made a Warthog fixed blade with a more traditional handle and American made, even if it cost more!

[@ronkoehler9463]

Hey guys.. Really enjoy your weekly knife news. I love the new words you make up explaining the knives you are showing. I have a recommendation. You should think about making a "KnifeCenter Dictionary" of your new words. Something fun you "may" wish to think about. You sure have plenty of new words to start with. Again, enjoy your shows. The very best of regards.. Ron-

[@franzgeil422]

To me, that McNees is giving me a Mad Max vibe.

[@thomasworrilow4228]

I feel like that Gerber scout would have sold like hot cakes if they just went with 14c28n on the blade steel. Just my opinion tho.

[@cardiacbob]

David, I inherited a fieldcraft type knife from my father in law (he passed 18 months ago) with a 5.5 inch scandi grind blade and olive linen micarta handles. On the blade and leather sheaf is marked "White" in cursive. I did some research on line, but the only manufacturers I could find were "White Knuckler" and "White River" knives. I believe you carry White River knives. The knife is very beefy, with a 3/8 in. spine, and the sheaf is well patina-ed, but the knife has seen light use. I want to know the lineage of this knife, and I hope ya'll (you and/or the peanut gallery) can help.

[@monsterdeluxe2751]

Could it possibly be a Jeff White knife? I bought 2 on self-reliance outfitters. He usually used high carbon steel and curly maple on handles. He stamped his knives with his JW logo near handle. Hard to say what you have without seeing it.

[@lachlanbanks-smith1106]

FAQ Question: Hi David and staff, Im looking for a new manual folder, 3.5"ish long tanto with part serrations. To be used in Landscaping. Dream knife would be a Cold Steel Code 4 Tanto with S35 and serrations - but they dont make them.. what options do I have? Best regards

[@doohresarf321]

Hiya, are there any lightweight fixed blades in magnacut on the horizon? Looking for a backpacking knife that can be flexed into food prep. Looking through the site for "in stock" didn't turn up much, other than an LT Wright that is a little too small, and too expensive to not be exactly what I'm looking for.

[@doohresarf321]

@@spitchgrizwald6198 Good callout, but they only have the dive variant.

[@soundknight]

I like that Gerber, orange bits look bad though.

[@mikerollins3088]

That Gerber Assert isn't too bad lookin, but would be more attractive at least to me if it wasn't priced like the Bugout! If it were about $30-$40 cheaper it would make more sense to me for materials used, but not overly off the mark.

[@jameswhoever3730]

No more than $75 to $85 at the most

[@jammbbs1688]

Gimme that black leaf blade

[@jean-sebastienturgeon5861]

Here’s a question for the next FAQ: I’ve been using large fixed blade knives for processing firewood when hiking into the back country. Any suggestions for larger knives that will survive being used as a froe? I prefer carbon steels.

[@Regolith86]

How large? The Kabar Becker line or any of the bigger knives from ESEE come to mind, and they're made of 1095.

[@danamez2034]

Busse knives

[@alexxxpierce7788]

There was a time when I viewed Benchmade as a reputable brand but I gotta say their prices are outta control, it’s ridiculous…, when the “Narrows” came out I was like no f**king way…, keep it, Spyderco has surpassed them by far…💯, and now with the Gerber Assert out…, Gerber just made a bugout k*ller with that release, I’m very impressed with that one, I’m gonna have to get the Assert eventually…😁

[@The4cp]

Had Gerber put the same steel on the Scout........

[@oldstogey7864]

Hi DCA. I'm a bit surprised that you haven't mentioned at all the demise of Ontario Knife Company. It was a major USA manufacturer, with many knives that have featured on your videos.

[@paulkuzupas2993]

Checking out these knives as I love to do here... I felt I went to the wrong auction. Not embarrassed, just normal. 🤠

[@mikealger4721]

Do you guys offer survival kits with multiple items and a discount for buying multiple items in a kit. (Example large knife, small knife, saw, axe, hatchet, fire starter, starting material and shovel in one kit).

[@connorvena8991]

Gotta love the fact you can get a Maxace with titanium, carbon fiber and m390 for 180 and benchmade throws out an s45vn and g10 knife for 270. Love to know wtf these guys are thinking.

[@zero_tolerance245]

What a strange logo on the Woodsmonkey Kerf Carver knife, can someone explain me what this thing on the blade is?

[@knifecenter]

It is a monkey in a wide brim hat

[@krefcenz]

DCA I am left handed and have had to return many "ambidextrous" knives because the right bias mounted pocket clip screws are either overtightened or thread locked. that prevents easy transfer for left hand carry. Any suggestions on what to do other than return the knife which I have been doing. Regards. Kref

[@jayr526]

I use a Wagner heat gun with digital controls. It provides a wide range of settings and will stand on its end.

[@krefcenz]

Thanks if you don’t mind me asking, what temperature do you use for your settings?

[@openplz3000]

I used to collect Benchmades, I'm a dentist test and I ha e to say kunwu rocks

[@johnsanders7337]

Dang... who s benchmade target for fans.... rich people don't carry knives? So what's up lol

[@wayausofbounds9255]

Tactile Knife Co is a Texas company so Bexar is probably for Bexar County, where San Antonio is. That's pronounced Bayer like the aspirin.

[@jayr526]

Or bear, like the grizzly.

[@shan3rd]

The Hispanic majority of San Antonio spell it BEJAR just like they call their state TEJAS! 🇲🇽

[@Hammer1978]

Jessi made a knife! Awesome

[@joeyoung4871]

Impressive car knowledge

[@MP-iz7tf]

On video, the Ace Iona could be modern version of the Rat2. With the future of Ontario products unknown, how about a video on Rat2 alternatives. Under $100, under 2.8 oz. Approximately 3” blade. I prefer not china made. Finally, not too tactical looking for office use. Thanks.

[@darenmcgovern4285]

With so many better steels available, why does Gerber still use 440 steel? They have good designs and if they had some sprint runs with better steel I feel they would sell more.

[@a.r.turner313]

Nice line up. The Tactile Knife Co., "Bexar" is pronounced "Bear".

[@speterj]

That benchmade taggout has their website printed on the blade. No thanks.

[@chrisdean8235]

Like everyone else, Benchmade is getting insane for price, Taggedout looks "OK", but for many knife users price becomes a factor. I have hundreds of knives, high end and budget, but it always feels good when you have a decent knife for a decent price, not a decent knife for a rip off price. I'll stick with my Benchmade 810 Contego over the Tagged "Out" any day. Condor looks like their still producing nice knives at reasonable prices.