New Knives for the Week of February 15th, 2024 Just In at KnifeCenter.com

[@Xander_Park]

Kershaw is stepping up with great affordable knives this year, instead of overpriced like many other brands. Bravo , Kershaw.

[@Fly2kill1]

Most of their stuff comes from China. That’s how they keep prices lower. Average of profits from US and China made. I prefer all product made in the US.

[@pretentiousname01]

The Livewire is such a good otf for their first otf

[@Xander_Park]

​@@pretentiousname01 agreed 👍

[@Xander_Park]

​@MetalMelee straight up, agreed 👍. Not to be a hypocrite , but I do own expensive knives in my collection and thats where they stay, in their unopenedboxes, but for everyday use at my jobs and home projects $60 (or less) knives work just great.

[@Xander_Park]

​@MetalMelee EXACTLY 💯

[@ejesoriginal]

Kershaw has been killing it lately. US made, magnacut, great locks, good looks, reasonable prices... Nice. I might have to have that Bel Air.

[@unfi6798]

Glad to see the Rat is still around. A classic & an icon in the knife community. Happy Lunar Year of the Dragon to all at Knife Center. Cheers from Australia.

[@praetor47]

fun fact: the Bestech Ququ's designer, Gogo, is the daughter of the owner of Bestech (iirc) who wanted to design her own knife, inspired by some kind of local cricket (hence the milling), and was helped by none other than Ostap Hel :)

[@joejones9520]

please just say it without the annoying ff bs prefacing it

[@Knivess0]

​@@joejones9520no one is bothered by it.

[@praetor47]

@@joejones9520 huh?

[@lupinine]

@@joejones9520 bros losing it over 7 letters

[@nocomplyyy]

@@joejones9520 huh

[@paullambert4445]

The Civivi Vision FG looks just like the perfect EDC. I like the lock and the blade that is ready for food prep. The price for the Bugout is unreal for what goes into it. Wow! $171.00 really? 🎸🔪

[@JA-vw2wy]

Are you saying that 171.00 is good for plastic and steel that was premium 30 years ago?

[@jinglebells6378]

Would be cool if you did a slow pan over of the knives on the table during your intro time

[@SOMNIOHM]

_Cannot wait to pick up the Satin DLC ("Shadow") Matrix, and Mini Socom!_

[@willeniumfalcon]

DCA, which knives are your favorite 5th pocket knives? I don't always need a large folder, and find traditional/modern traditional knives fit the bill nicely.

[@Xander_Park]

Great question 🤔

[@Chris_Mack]

I would like it if David would revisit this topic. They did a video about this "Best EDC Knives for 5th Pocket Carry of 2021" (search for that title if KZbin deletes the link) a few years ago . . . still mostly relevant. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJnce51ujbKhhrssi=HdbZeJiuR5JgdHS8

[@Ericstraordinary]

There is a Knife center video on this subject, but it is a few years old now, maybe it is time for DCA and Thomas to do an updated version of one. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJnce51ujbKhhrsfeature=shared

[@j.walker8469]

Ordered the Yipper as soon as I saw it list on your site. Really excited to try that out!

[@jeffcanfixit]

Thanks DCA and Seth!! I save "new knives" for Saturday mornings. So I can watch, scroll simultaneously in peace. You guys do good work. Knife Center 👍👍🔪

[@Huey4214]

The Bel Air and the MKM Yipper are both great values!

[@jameswhoever3730]

One of my favorite new knives episodes.

[@mcsquirgle]

The more I look at the new Kershaw releases the more surprised and intrigued I am by them

[@bamabladez]

Aww, I think yall missed the mark with the FG. Im waiting for an aluminum version. With even some milling and do away with the holes and you could have an absolute homerun!

[@hilltonia133]

How is the Blade wobble on the Livewire?

[@johnj.baranski6553]

Why you assume there is any?

[@hilltonia133]

@johnj.baranski6553 I've never owned an OTF and I'm in the market for one but I've heard that all OTFs suffer from blade wobble except a select few.

[@andrewk9343]

Much less than Microtech...

[@craigmiller8654]

Yes and yes on the mini versions...

[@markfcoble]

Again, the designs are amazing. The milling...

[@Barney_Greenway]

The Vision FG exclusive is something you did 💯 percent right 👍

[@acid6urns]

@@eskee1if your knife is dull after one use, it’s not the steel. your edge is not sharpened properly and almost 100% has a burr left on it. which will fold over the second it’s used.

[@austinbridge]

Please do another Vision FG release with S35VN with micarta scales.

[@slcknives]

Second this. Full Micarta as in without holes would be even better.

[@NZComfort]

I’m sitting on go for that Bushscot from Condor! Just waiting for “our favorite time of the week!” But for real, I would be willing to pre-order if available.

[@joeyho5134]

Hi DCA, could you, please, show (always) the blade's spine of the showcased knives. Thanks.

[@aaronwidder9624]

Props to Kershaw! Selling better stuff than BM at a better price!

[@jeremycrowe4693]

Kershaw is showing that made in the USA dont have to be so expensive.

[@tgonzalez1983]

I understand making some smaller designs but where’s the high quality 3.5”+ folders? Not them strange looking oddities either. BTW, I’m ordering the tengo nessie DCA designed for sure!

[@1980JPA]

Kershaw Bel Air. Made in USA, aluminum handles ?, Magnacut, $150. Bugout. Made in USA, plastic handles, s30v, $171 🤔 MKM Yipper, made in Italy (1st world manufacturing prices), G10 handles, Magnacut, $139

[@JamesGOutdoors]

You know what would've been cool if that glass breaker on the matrix was able to be unscrewed and you could switch out different tips.

[@brianmatthews3450]

I think we need an updated version of the beat the icon bugout. So many more on the list since then. And even a few legitimate budget options

[@NastyN8thegreat2]

No hogue deka gen 2? Do you guys recommend that?

[@janreineke7275]

5:55 is it a multitool because it has a juicer on the end?

[@Mridgwell]

S35,vn was a bummer on vision but still a cool knife , I like the edge attainable on Civivi nitro v instead

[@mikerollins3088]

Im glad someone said this about S35vn. Im usually a huge fan of KC Exclusives, especially when its a Civivi! I like S35vn enough but for an extra $60 to get carbon fiber/S35vn?? I mean it is an upgrade in edge retention but it's less toughness, so I just don't think the extra $$ is worth the carbon fiber upgrade.

[@IIllIIllIIllIIll]

Thanks for putting the kershaw and benchmade together. Now I know what to avoid.

[@PeperazziTube]

The MKM Yipper needs a micarta handle.

[@The_RC_Guru]

I do wish people would stop putting benchmade on such a pedestal. I’m a knife guy and I’ll never buy one. Those prices for such basic materials and build?! Ouch. The last few years I see a lot more comments of poor QC from them too, it’s like they’re selling the name and cutting corners to bank off their predecessors reputation. Like when Harley takes a $30 belt and stamps their logo on it and sells it for $130.

[@cameronduncan7921]

Well you know much about knives and collecting knives can be tough for the broke. They are made in America unfortunately that costs more. Benchmade are incredible knives, the bugout and axis lock are innovative and copied by almost every brand. They also emphasize full ambidexterity in all their designs and a no questions asked lifetime warranty is incredible. They are by far #1 in the market place as far as American made folders go. They do about $100 mill a year in revenue which is by far number 1 by a knife only brand and take Victorinox out of it only Gerber, that make a majority of their knives in China, and leatherman come close. Just move on, don’t buy it and quit repeating what other people say on these videos and have an original thought. 😂😂😂

[@The_RC_Guru]

@@cameronduncan7921 for such a long comment you’ve added nothing and proved my most my point. I didn’t know my opinion was so popular but perhaps I came to the same conclusion as others based on reality.

[@craigm2484]

I know I said it before but since You pulled out the Benchmade then the MKM I would Absolutely take that MKM over the Benchmade I recently got the Full Immunity it came beyond dull the clip is massive and has 2 domed head screws I was so upset I forgot where I placed it and dont care . Nobody has reached out too me and I know they have seen my comments . I remember seeing a guy complain about an issue with a Remette and a representative contacted him and made it right . I know it is on me too contact them but at this point I give up it will make a great trainer for my 10 year old daughter . It would be very hard too cut yourself with this one . I had too vent my apology .

[@JA-vw2wy]

I reverse flick off the thumbstud of my Socom Bravo all the time, never even thought of trying the fuller. Thumbstud for reverse flick is easy.

[@fredp1983]

I need that Rck9.... those 8cr Kershaws look real nice... just wish it was a better steel..

[@Nightwolf866]

Is the civivi laminate?

[@ranman1959]

Just got mine today and did a disassembly. It's solid CF.

[@s.h.v.c2865]

The Yipper would be cool with aluminium scales, make it closer to the 940/945, which is what the blade and handle shape of the Yipper remind me of.

[@jeffdowns2146]

Nice video. I really like the Rat2.

[@ALAnyone]

MT made a US Made Mini Socom back in the 90s. I actually bought mine from the KnifeCenter in your early days…

[@jordanpetrone5887]

Hi DCA, I was hoping you could help me with a knife question or 3. 1- I’m trying to improve my novice knife sharpening skills(using a work sharp field sharpener) and thought buying a knife with steel that doesn’t hold an edge long but takes a great edge when sharpened would help. The d2, s30v,s35v etc blades I own hold a good edge and I could use more practice. Any recommendations? 2- I’m looking for my first bushcraft knife that can handle some food prep as well. Would that be a camp knife? I’ve been looking at mostly LT wright and White river and the models seem pretty similar. Currently stuck between the FC5, the ursus, and the genesis. 3-Steel for a bushcraft knife. I see a lot of tool steel and 1095 but I prefer steels that are well rounded and don’t have a significant weakness. Would a super steel be waisted on a bushcraft knife? Any help would be greatly appreciated. In a recent video you mentioned running short on questions so I thought I’d remedy that. Thanks for the great work you and everyone at TKC do!

[@thepugilist4379]

Chaves had me at Ch….That said, Kershaw deserves a salute for making it to the party happy and healthy.

[@MrZampanov]

love the idea of the bel air - if you gimme a version that isn't painted, since magnacut doesn't need it, I'd buy one right away

[@williamblackburn6558]

Where’s the love for that Yipper!?

[@gregsmith1116]

New knives! Wahoo!

[@beardedarchery3576]

DO you all have any marlin spike knives with magnacut or CPM steel cutting blade??? Not a safe queen looking for hard use

[@FLCRACKER85]

When are you getting the new Knife Center exclusive Ad20? How much longer! 😩

[@sloanNYC]

I just wish the Vision had a different handle... never been a fan of the carbon fiber stuff... Hope they come out with more variations, I get that titanium is on the We version at $300+, so maybe aluminum or some new colors?

[@craigdemagall1165]

This video alone should be the one sent to Benchmade to show they are overpricing their knives. So many options that are as good or better.

[@JerryLoffelbein]

Is Microtech basically done producing the SOCOM's in the states? I never seem to hear about new batches (although I'm not looking much). Would have asked if they were done with manual models being made in the US, but I think the RAM lock models with plastic handles are made here. Since I got mine a while back and it's still in the rotation, the MKM Yipper is fairly similar to the Vosteed Dachshund. Similar blade shape, both crossbar locks. The Dachshund is a little longer at 3.25", Ti handle and M390. Different country of origin for sure. The plunge grind hurts to see on the Yipper though. The specimen on video here already has a hefty "smile" on the heel from the factory. Unless someone's very careful when sharpening, it's only going to get worse. I really hope they do another run of the RAT 1. S35VN is great, but it's the whole package since it's G10 instead of nylon which will help with grip and rigid feel... might be a bit rough on pockets though, depending on the texture of the G10... who knows, maybe they'll blow everyone's minds with Magnacut and carbon fiber scales later on when it's easier to get ahold of.

[@TheWickedOne5150]

Will the jack wolf keep the finish as a daily carry? Last high end bench made I purchase the finish was junk and looks like crap after being clipped in my pocket for a month. Doesn’t hurt the knife function. But you pay 200+ for knife. You want it to look good for the life of the knife.

[@mnjcosby]

The Bel Air appears to be a masterpiece of an edc, baring a decent heat treat. The plunge grind/ricasso area on the Yipper is a huge fail for MKM, if your sharpened edge suddenly doubles in width at the beard you need to take that blade back to the grinder

[@kermitthepog7063]

Please do an exlcusive of the Amicus with 14C28N or Magnacut!

[@twatmunro]

I'd be enthusiastic about the Yipper if it wasn't for MKM's issues with heat treating Magnacut. The Bel Air looked great though.

[@bwd8664]

Also did you see the edge termination on that Yipper? The edge goes all the way up the plunge forming a huge smile. I don't think I've ever seen one so bad out of the box.

[@dfgerherbduh3102]

Hey DCA, Could you do another one brand challenge video? I think Kershaw would be a great video.

[@jackeddemon]

Let me know when ya’ll get the straight edge Matrix

[@macmccartney5760]

Who makes jackwolfs knives?

[@megacab]

I believe it's a China OEM, but he can't disclose it based on the contract. I may be wrong though.

[@Bearded_Ham75]

Reate is the OEM

[@kevinstryker6440]

Thomas, there is no "halftime" in hockey. There are 3 periods, so there are just 2 intermissions. Just saying.

[@poncho151]

It’s kinda fun now to hear DCA bring up magnacut and try to dance his way through selling it without giving the same speech over and over. Luckily DCA is a pro but I like to imagine him giving himself a magnacut self pep talk in the mirror before filming.

[@jonathancupp3686]

We have been sorely lacking in fixed blades lately😢

[@WoodsmanHobo777]

Anybody else getting burnt out on the non practical weird shaped blade modern folder?

[@iwrin]

Laughed my ass off when u described the pricing on the Kershaw Bel-Air as being "out of bounds." Its certainly effective at in explaining tbe value of the knife, and im here for it!! Lol

[@wgkincheloe2458]

I have micarta vision FG. S35VN and the cheapest CF is definitely not worth that kind of upcharge. I'd rather get the Ultem or Damascus versions as an upgrade vs what I have. Or buy a custom set of scales and throw some dope hole-free micarta or aluminum scales on a Nitro-V. I love mine and will purchase a 2nd... 2 more, more likely, as I want ultem with Damascus, which means buying two separately. Would be sick if they had made this a bigger upgrade on steel or even fat carbon

[@drewpfeif5028]

There's 17 miles between HQ for Benchmade and Kershaw. Yet it feels like the other side of the moon

[@bigjim55able]

They still put the bad clip on the Vision FG. It needs a better one

[@thefrenchkaddict]

OMG the Bel-Air versus Bugout match puts the Benchmade to pure shame !

[@CuttingBoardRx]

DCA, hope you don’t mind if I mention that I posted full length review videos of Livewire, Bel Air and Yipper on my channel. Including disassembly and torture tests! Two are great and one has potential for being great (not telling which =)

[@ClevelandTabla]

Steamroller style clip?

[@cwsmith17]

I remember the old skool Preparedmind101

[@x-s6002]

No clue why Kershaw thought an assisted knife with a crossbar lock was a good idea. The Layup looked otherwise awesome beefy knife.

[@VexerAdept]

They followed the CRKT playbook

[@vme8611]

I’ve had my Phasma for years and I got the lemon of the lemons. Deploying this knife is difficult at best. Tried to get a replacement and got a discount. Won’t buy another of the brand. Sorry.

[@JerichoWhiskey]

Was hyped about the exclusive AD20 whale shark, but kinda losing interest when y'all said it'd be coming out real soon after Shot Show. Given how fast the AD20 usually disappear, not sure I want to keep wasting time checking when it actually pops up.

[@doodysdaggers]

“Collectible cardboard disk” 😂 gotta include all the youngins who didn’t have the pleasure of collecting those beautiful pogs

[@bukithd]

Ben does Ergos better than just about everyone.

[@The4cp]

If Kershaw would just up-size. It's sad when a 3.8 in microtech looks like a sword compared to everything else.

[@macmccartney5760]

20cv would be better for vision fg 😢

[@joneggert825]

Who is buying assisted opening knives? Just buy a good manual opener. No difference in opening when broken in and you can close it normally.

[@John5.56]

Am I just an idiot or are the “tail mounted” pocket clips stupid? I feel like they’re dumb but I’ve never had one so maybe I’m missing something.

[@tass8495]

No new Viper Knives Moon yet huh?

[@rwe1]

Matrix isn't too big, just too expensive. Looks bad ass though.

[@traxor]

Hi, I love your channel but I’m hesitant to purchase because I live in LA County CA. Do you know which edc non auto knives are legal here? Thanks! Edit: Or, how to find out? Google searches provide conflicting information…

[@valeriypykhalenko3113]

👍👌

[@chrisoneill325]

I wish Kershaw would take a break from assisted opening knives in general, but especially with a crossbar lock. It defeats one of the benefits of the crossbar, being able to pull the lock and swing the blade closed.

[@roberthowell7814]

Not very often David C does not know the backstory on a design of a knife they are selling, qu qu reminds you of a Beetle, because the nine year old girl who is codesigner got the idea from a beetle. Very cool story check it out.

[@randyscj429]

Hello KC, DCA and All, okay to brighten up your mood: Evidently there's a new term for a Nun riding a bicycle, any guesses? Well it's "Virgin Mobile"! Then do you know what a Nun likes to put on for Halloween, any guesses? Well it's her "Baaaad Habit"!!😊 Hope y'all got a giggle from those! Be safe and take care, "God Bless", sincerely, Randy. 🙏😇👊

[@ASMR-soothingsounds]

Any form of a Benchmade Bugout/Bailout is waaaay overpriced imo

[@ryanmicklich3912]

I'd be all over that vision FG because I love S35. I just can't get past the flat shiny carbon fiber, literally the worst looking handle material.

[@armenarakelian9876]

Bench made is the only company to increase the price of an already overpriced knife just due to the color anodizing on the hardware😂

[@Creeper1313]

The Socom Bravos are really snazzy looking but I just can't bring myself to pay over $300 for something from China

[@mattwalker2583]

Bug out equals Glock

[@mswindoc]

CIVIVI / WE knives are not symmetrical! The pivot on the drive side sticks out / has a "hump". I would love to buy them if this is ever fixed.

[@hulkssparrow5128]

I thought those small ones at the end were called Cicada??!!

[@IIllIIllIIllIIll]

yo

[@cameronduncan7921]

Beware of the yipper. The blade hits the standoffs when closing. Horrible design flaw on an otherwise cool knife.

[@Andreravone]

US brands [in general] have very uninspired designs and builds compared to outsourced makers and foreign brands. I understand that it costs more to do things domestically but even designing these tools are so plain, "safe" and boring. The Kershaw Livewire looks cool but I'd rather get the Civivi Snecx Vision FG. (Just my opinion) why are companies still using 8cr btw???

[@IrishDevil78]

Microtech decides to import Chinesium and charge USA prices……gross

[@arnabsaha86]

Meh! There are no fixed blades here. Shame....

[@rogersiples3335]

How about a less than $75 knife review.

[@katanasmith]

Sschamfering 😂❤

[@cameronduncan7921]

ADV look like $700 gas station knives. 😂

[@2267victor]

$465.00 for a knife made in China not for me.