Today, we'll take a look at my favorite flashlight, watch, pen, and my favorite pocketknives in three price categories, all reviewed in 2019.
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@Alexander2104 жыл бұрын
This is the Super Bowl of Nick Shabazz videos. **grabs popcorn**
@rosecity74884 жыл бұрын
I bought a Slysz Bowie because of you sir and my wife thought I was INSANE after paying $650 for it. Best decision ever because I absolutely love it and it brings me what for it .............JOY ! Mad respect from Portland,Oregon 🌹🏙
@iangraber-stiehl4614 жыл бұрын
Thank you SO MUCH for shouting out Knifesteelnerds. That man has humbled and informed me in equal measure
@jolness13 жыл бұрын
Knife Steel Nerds is still incredible in 2021. Huge fan of his work and am a patron as well.
@monpekokero4 жыл бұрын
If you could add purchase links or at least a graphic of the name of what you're talking about, that would be really cool
@rebellucy56104 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@spectrive97394 жыл бұрын
A lot of them can't be purchased because of the limited run, but the name would be nice so I don't have to read off the knife.
@peteg223974 жыл бұрын
Purchase links remove some impartiality too. Nick does his best to keep his own gain out of a review as much as possible, but by adding a link to any specific store, he's showing a preference for that store. Amazon affiliate links are the most agregious example of this, but linking to any site is something a reviewer should avoid
@et993663 жыл бұрын
@@peteg22397 it could literally be a google link or a link to the companies website
@eriknash87833 жыл бұрын
@@spectrive9739 and this is why these types of channels are so annoying. Discovering cool things that I can’t buy is so frustrating!
@BigRedEDC4 жыл бұрын
Congrats to TRM for another great year! The Centros is an absolute delight to carry and use. Very happy for Dylan with the success of his design!
@hermespadilla4 жыл бұрын
Last week I received my Atom and my Neutron from TRM and I couldn't be more happy with them. I just entered the waiting list for the TRM Nerd that's coming next year in April. Congratulations to Three Rivers Manufacturing
@spyhunter64114 жыл бұрын
That atom came up and I said to my wife "that'll win," she didn't care. I was right though.
@iangraber-stiehl4614 жыл бұрын
"It made it really hard Choosing this final solution-er--making this choice." I see what you did there Heinrich lol.
@NomenclaturalMan4 жыл бұрын
Awesome to watch the gear of the year review as always Nick! Owning a Tactile Turn bolt action pen and 2 of the 3 of these knives on your final contenders lineup, I completely agree, the Atom is phenomenal in all senses and the Evo Typhoon is spectacular as well. Thank you for a wonderful 2019 of gear reviews and recommendations!
@zaken12354 жыл бұрын
I find myself caught in the comment trap of only saying something when something negative comes to mind. Normally when there is nothing negative to say I refrain from commenting. So I just wanted to let you know this was a good video Nick. Merry Christmas.
@jonduncansakurawallknifegarden4 жыл бұрын
Modern Alchemy I do the same. If I feel like there is something I want to lay out there too. It’s all a forum for us after he looks at some stuff. I never agree with all of it and then look at my comment and delete it because it sounds mean 🤷🏻♂️
@RieseRock4 жыл бұрын
You're budget knives are my high end, but one day...I'm going Mid-Range!
@JW-pj1zd4 жыл бұрын
Right....i work my ass off everyday to survive. And I do pretty good, but even so. I mean I cant bring myself to spend a 100 bucks for a knife. But watch a bunch of videos and save some money up. And get something that you like. That's what I do. Anyway good luck to yoi
@JW-pj1zd4 жыл бұрын
So also what I meant to say was..that a 50 dollar knife is great. But when you can get a 100 plus knife. You will know what you paid for. And we'll worth the work it took to get there
@LetThatBassDr0p4 жыл бұрын
@@JW-pj1zd For sure. Are the $20-$50 Kershaw's and CRKT's good? Absolutely, amazing budget knives. But over the years I've phased out my more budget stuff to upgrade. I have lots of Benchmade's and SpyderCo's (14 between the two brands), all ranging from $120-250. All phenomenal. I also actually just got my most expensive one yet today, a Microtech Ultratech. Man. It's hard to spend that much on one knife but holy shit you understand why you paid what you paid when you finally get it in your hands.
@robgreenough11644 жыл бұрын
LetThatBassDrop ‘
@robgreenough11644 жыл бұрын
Jeff Washinski ,
@gosman9494 жыл бұрын
Please put the urls up for the products you review. You talk too fast to write it down while listening!
@usmcpatriot75464 жыл бұрын
Jay G. Pause it
@ImMikeHall4 жыл бұрын
Lower the play speed
@drfunkinstein14 жыл бұрын
The problem with the TRM Neutron was that it stopped the knife bug for me. I was buying knives like crazy and then after getting one of those, it became the tool that I carried in my pocket every day. I stopped sitting around playing with my knives like I had been doing before and stopped watching as many of your videos except for the funny ones reviewing awful knives. I guess this is a good thing for me overall, but I did really enjoy watching all of your videos looking for which knife to buy next.
@lampine1634 жыл бұрын
Same thing for me with the PM2. I sold most of my collection after getting it, and carry it like 90% of the time. Got back into knives recently 'cause a friend asked me to recommend something for him.
@S3ARCH_N_D3STROY4 жыл бұрын
Blade HQ has the second drop of Shabazz victorinox online now. Just picked up the Shabazz, Frankie and bird victorinox 😁
@dustingaddis24234 жыл бұрын
Just chiming in to say good choices I think. I've got an Atom in my pocket right now, and it's fantastic. I have two Tactile Turn bolt action pens, the full size in bronze lives on my desk and the shorter titanium model gets carried in my pocket on days I carry a pen. I've even alllllmost pulled the trigger on an Oceanus T200 a few times, and probably will at some point. While the higher end models are no doubt more advanced and probably 'nicer', I prefer the look of the simple T200 with it's super clean and uncluttered dial.
@larryjackson63504 жыл бұрын
That Three Rivers Atom had an incredible finish. I only have one knife over $100 but am seriously looking into the Atom. Just a beautiful knife in good steel. To me the fit and finish were the best I've seen on video.
@josephmastalerz83664 жыл бұрын
I was just at TRM yesterday Marianne mentioned this video to me.
@leroipedro84544 жыл бұрын
You have son many incredible knives ! Some beautiful and rare pieces that few people own, so please let us dream again with other masterpieces
@drameday4 жыл бұрын
Your midrange is my high end. I prefer the Hogue over the TRM but only because it fits my big hands better. But my knife of this year is the Benchmade Super Freek.
@mickkeim41424 жыл бұрын
Hey...once again...thanks for warning me against watches...the sun will ALWAYS be less expensive, except on cloudy days...lol. I did miss an appointment awhile back. It was a cloudy day...my phone was dead and I ended up spending an extra hour to see the Doc.
@ArrKayCee4 жыл бұрын
"and a relatively high availability *although this video isn't gonna help that*" Lol you know the power you hold.
@jamesbarisitz47944 жыл бұрын
Could not agree more. The Atom and Neutron are two of my favorite carries. Full ti Atom? Oh yes please! Great things coming for 2020. Varied and interesting picks. 👍
@vr66luke3 жыл бұрын
The final solution to the pocket knife question
@BrianMiller19734 жыл бұрын
Z Hunter rules them all!
@cavedog12794 жыл бұрын
I'm disappointed that the Civivi fell out of your collection. I was hoping that would be a permanent addition for you, I know mine has become one of my absolute favorites very quickly. I'm guessing you received a Boos smoke mini, that knife is excellent as well, and could have easily made the list.
@budcarr86734 жыл бұрын
$1800 for a casio ?! Saw you coming..
@richardhouse83644 жыл бұрын
Hard to argue too much with the Atom, but man i love the Enrique Pena production trapper!
@Nerdferly4 жыл бұрын
I'm hoping they do another run. Missed out bc I spent all my knife funds on the void and arius.
@AK-hg6vr4 жыл бұрын
Nick, just a quick question, how would you compare the TMR Atom to the Spyderco Spydiecheif? Very interested in both knives.
@carlosedwardos4 жыл бұрын
that's kind of weird question, completely different knives, like saying how would you compare the Toyota Tacoma truck to the Honda Accord EX sedan. Both great vehicles, but not direct competitors.
@seal71444 жыл бұрын
Citizen Eco-Drive watches are my go to, mainly because of the low maintenance factor.
@Flannagan.n14 жыл бұрын
Nathan I owned one for 5 years before I passed it onto a friend. It’s now 10 years old and hasn’t been serviced at all to the best of my knowledge.
@Nerdferly4 жыл бұрын
I have 2 watches, a citizen pcat, and a blackout luminox. You're spot on about the eco-drive.
@ChuckBeefOG4 жыл бұрын
My dad had one and it wasnt worn for about 10 years after he died. I pulled it out of the closet and charged it in the sun for a couple days, keeps time perfectly.
@carlosedwardos4 жыл бұрын
when Nick finally discovers the atomic, sapphire crystal, Eco-Drives, he will say sayanora to the silly Casios! - but he's knife wizard, not a wristwatch wizard, and we need to appreciate that!
@HansThunderbolt4 жыл бұрын
Citizen eco-drive atomic sync for the win! I own 5 and love them.
@mountainmanwatchreviews80814 жыл бұрын
Wow two years in a row for trm, maybe the nerd will win next year.
@NickShabazz4 жыл бұрын
Olamic went two years in a row before that. I'm hoping somebody else stands up to take the title. :D
@RobertRazavi4 жыл бұрын
@@NickShabazz Except TRM is a much more approachable brand budget-wise!
@TrustNoOne884 жыл бұрын
I just hope they make enough atoms for everyone because literally everyone will want one!.. And I Hope their quality control stays in check during their soon to come increase in sales.
@kennethmgreen14 жыл бұрын
Wow. The Herman Knives Dragonfly scales are the coolest thing I've seen a knife wearing. Thanks for this review. Damn you for causing me to obsess over a knife I can't afford (and stay married).
@matusknives4 жыл бұрын
I really appreciate you mentioned Larrin of KnifeSteelNerds - his articles are fantastic. I am also super happy that you gave voice to knives with thin blades - majority of knives on the market today can’t slice an apple, tough they could pry open a nuclear reactor ... if not for the fact that they are ... folders. I have reground GiantMouse Ace Iona to thin convex grind and it became my favorite budget knife after that (I know it has downsides) I am looking forward to your future reviews.
@AK-hg6vr4 жыл бұрын
Go Herman! Go Poland 🇵🇱!
@carlosedwardos4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, if Herman would just charge a Polish price, rather than a Swiss price, ugh!
@msc_22534 жыл бұрын
I have the Atlas, Viator, a NERD on pre-order and finally got my Neutron a few weeks ago. TRM blades are outstanding and I hope I can get in on the Atom pre- order. My only gripe is they are so hard to get.
@mariannehalpern40094 жыл бұрын
Certainly ramping up production.
@mrcrumbles4 жыл бұрын
I was wondering what happened to your Breitling. The Oceanus must be that good.
@boneclr914 жыл бұрын
Man your videos both make me want to start a KZbin channel and not because I know I can't be as good as u nick! Thanks for making videos
@LIE4ME4 жыл бұрын
Nick review an IWC Aquatimer. It's an amazing instrument that I think you'll enjoy. Especially if you appreciate legibility and lume!
@rustyknifelover44634 жыл бұрын
I really want to get a TRM Atom. Really nice knife. The Hogue Ritter RSK is my favorite EDC following the Spyderco Para 3 in Maxamat and the Benchmade Bugout.
@HOLLEMANz4 жыл бұрын
Nick, you gotta do a review on the gshock mudmaster GWG 1000, or the gshock rangeman GPR B1000. Probably not your style but I think you may enjoy the functionality of either one of these.
@ElliotDrinksWater4 жыл бұрын
Really surprised you sold the Aerospace. I felt like that was the most "Nick Shabazz" watch out there. But that Casio is certainly very compelling at $500
@Grokstar354 жыл бұрын
Casio over Omega? OOOOKAY.....
@oscarmedina15974 жыл бұрын
I’m going to have to put that Ritter on my short list. The Atom is great; I’m going to order more scales for it.
@laqueenabrown49974 жыл бұрын
Love me some knifes never thought they could be pain reliefs but trust me they are
@oklahomahank23784 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your flashlight reviews. They have been helpful this year.
@manstersr4 жыл бұрын
Nick, if you like the Casio, I just got an Edifice solar chrono with blue accents and carbon fiber face for a very affordable $100 and I love it. I had ordered an Edox from T. O. M. because they had them on sale so I thought I was getting a $600 watch for $200 but it was only about $20 cheaper than the same model from Amazon so I got them to cancel the order even though they tried to make me take it. So for less than the $200 I would have spent I got the Casio Edifice EQS-800-CDB and a less expensive Casio Super Illuminator. The Edifice is not as expensive as the Oceanus but I think it's just as expensive looking.
@ChrisinHove4 жыл бұрын
+ 1 for the shout-out for Larrin Thomas.
@patrickludvigsen90714 жыл бұрын
Nick, youre great! Would you please do a review of the benchmade nakamura and the hogue ex-5? Would be great, best regards
@barrybogart54364 жыл бұрын
I got the CJRB in carbon from Drop. VERY pleased and glad to see it here....
@UrbanWoodsman874 жыл бұрын
You had some interesting picks here. Civivi Elementum should have been at least an honorable mention for your best budget. And flashlights, come on man, Olight knocked it out of the park this year with the S1R Baton II in the red +Copper, the I3T EOS in Desert Tan, and the i1R 2 EOS.
@skookumchuck95414 жыл бұрын
I have the Ritter Mk1 G2 and the TRM Atom. They are both very nice, but the Ritter is big for EDC. The Atom is a great EDC knife.
@johnwest44924 жыл бұрын
Your little Victorinox, Nick is Awesome, I had to wait till the second run as it sold out to fast :)) So congratulations on a Awesome knife.
@Caracal-mb2ji4 жыл бұрын
So budget you have b/w print outs
@IndianaJoe03214 жыл бұрын
Rather than the Demko AD-15, I actually prefer my AD-10. A really beefy knife for my large paws.
@W1cked8054 жыл бұрын
Evo Typhoon with a Japanese Tanto is my favorite EDC
@NomenclaturalMan4 жыл бұрын
dude same, one of my absolute favorites!
@jessruss404 жыл бұрын
Really great to hear that because I ordered the micro typhoon in the Japanese Tanto and I was second guessing my decision. I also got CF instead of micarta which I regret.
@PhatNutz4 жыл бұрын
damn it shabazz. as if getting a TRM wasn't challenging enough already... 😑👍
@csquared45384 жыл бұрын
Lol this is the list of knives that are going to be resold above market price 2019 😂
@trevongauthier86014 жыл бұрын
I have a neutron. Really wish the atom was left hand carry aswell
@cortlandlaidlaw38884 жыл бұрын
That pen is super cool. Thanks again Nick
@kevinfitz37214 жыл бұрын
Definitely some solid choices! Thanks for the video
@mjc77784 жыл бұрын
Too bad TRM is so busy that they don’t care about left handed people. It kind of sucks to have the Atom getting all these accolades and not being left hand friendly. Good video. It is always fun to hear your reviews.
@mackhomie64 жыл бұрын
Honestly, the bitching and moaning from guys who are so useless with 1 of their only 2 hands as to be unable to effectively operate a knife is baffling to me. Open it with your other hand, it's not a classical guitar.
@mjc77784 жыл бұрын
Actually I get pretty good with my right hand especially on a frame lock. I on work it but it is right hand carry I can’t get use to.
@mackhomie64 жыл бұрын
@@mjc7778 sounds like you've figured out the hard part. I have my doubts as to my left hands effectiveness at, say, killing a bunch of Filipino nurses, but how many more times am I really going to have to do that, ya know
@1130jawz4 жыл бұрын
I own all three of your budget blades and love them all, but I can’t edc a front flipper, I use my knife a fair bit at work! I own 2 Atoms and a bunch of scales it is my winner as well! Recently got a sharp by design void and friggin love it ,and Without the giant flipper tab all the better😁
@williamthomas57804 жыл бұрын
I love the flush torx heads on the Victorinox scales. Nothing worse than a proud head.
@bigbear6324 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick for showing your wares!
@KnifeWatch4 жыл бұрын
Take note: only one Spyderco, not one Benchmade, not one microtech, not one Chris Reeve. China and small makers are winning the knife world.
@alexhill8284 жыл бұрын
This is mostly stuff that came out this year. Most of what you listed is not new
@CSGraves4 жыл бұрын
And not one QRTRMSTR... oh wait, nevermind.
@kitsnap12284 жыл бұрын
Did you made a review of the Sandrine tungsten knife? I'd be interested by the cutting performances.
@Tankman3334 жыл бұрын
trm two years in a row is there a possible collaboration in the near future
@sheltermonkey60654 жыл бұрын
SOG has major issues with the pocket clip on the Terminus XR. It's leaving the factory configured differently on different samples, seemingly at random. I cover the issue on my channel.
@blueeyeswhitedragon98394 жыл бұрын
The AD15 is made in both the USA & Italy, with the Italian version seemingly being the better built of the two. It might be worth the time to check out some reviews, and do some "in hand" research before purchasing.
@birdlaw10194 жыл бұрын
Agree on the Centros, what a beauty!
@HikikomoriZone4 жыл бұрын
I’m surprised that you liked the Evo Typhoon that much but didn’t review the mini Typhoon when it was with you.
@NickShabazz4 жыл бұрын
Production vs. Custom, and this has a much better clip.
@jessruss404 жыл бұрын
Really glad I got on that micro Evo list...but anyway CONGRATS MARIANNE!!!
@JCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJCJC4 жыл бұрын
Great year for Gear. This channel cost me a lot of cash but hey, you can’t take it with you in the end.
@Spitsz014 жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Nick, and a happy 2020!
@anthonyp70514 жыл бұрын
Cheers to the New Years
@knifenoob54114 жыл бұрын
Budget line up to 100$ last year? Thx for all your hard work Mr. Nick.
@TripleEEDC4 жыл бұрын
I am curious how much the Shabazz effect will have on secondary market prices of the Evo Typhoon.
@MrBlessed704 жыл бұрын
For best budget knife I would go with Maxace Balance S, Civivi Damasteel and Hogue Deka models.
@baroneb50434 жыл бұрын
Barry Hemmy garbage
@Abby_Normal_19694 жыл бұрын
Really like the McKenna. With any luck at all...or a lot of luck...the Atom will be mine in 19 hours. *watching the clock closely*
@kenmarapese90854 жыл бұрын
Slicey blades please, I jumped on the Atom 12/19 release, excellent folder. Blade to handle ratio is stupid, so is 1 ounce to 1 inch, just thought I would throw that in. Hadn't seen the Drift yet, thanks.
@damienhughes72284 жыл бұрын
Love the Atom. Only thing with mine was it kept moving off center. Other than that it was great. Sold it to get something else but I’m going to get another one unless I can snag a Jcape v3 or v4
@yehoshuawildman4 жыл бұрын
Hey Nick! Awesome video! Was wondering if you could make a video explaining Damascus steel. Thanks! Keep up the great work!
@ozgur9374 жыл бұрын
Can you update description with product links?
@bobb.99174 жыл бұрын
Solid presentation and great choices!
@shtzweak4 жыл бұрын
That dog camouflaged right into the background
@jlpowell84324 жыл бұрын
Someone please comment! I have a new Mel Pardue version Benchmade S30V Benchmade was a gift. I’ve had it a couple months using carefully on light stuff. At work other day I cut a single piece of 4” long 1/8-3/16” thick heat shrink rubber. It’s not hard plastic but a rubber. My S30V blade is completely dull now literally cannot even cut into a skin callous no joke. Is it defective?
@alexweston19164 жыл бұрын
I'm really surprised you picked the McKenna over the PM3, awesome video as always Nick!
@NickShabazz4 жыл бұрын
The biggest difference for me was the sheer amount of value, and the unusualness of the McKenna.
@clint42374 жыл бұрын
I do really love the Hinderer Full Track, but a $600 price tag is just ridiculous.
@josephdanmathis18764 жыл бұрын
What kind of hand lotion do you use? I'm asking for a friend.
@jtucci57114 жыл бұрын
Many shades of grey wouldn't you say?
@TheDukeOfSaudi4 жыл бұрын
Not sure how are you penalizing Peña for running out quickly and gave the TRM atom the knife of the year
@TheHighLife-ql4zo4 жыл бұрын
The final solution... the moment you realized what you had said and switched it I shot cola out of my nose. Lol wonderful video and I think I'm going to have to take a look at one of those ad15s.
@baroneb50434 жыл бұрын
Best Budget fixed blade is Schrade Sch 36.... $25.00 comes with sheath & sharpener... 1095 Steel..
@tasmedic4 жыл бұрын
I'm not a fan of those knives that need proprietary tools to take them apart for servicing, unless the tool comes with the knife itself. This cuts down heaps of custom knives. But, a knife has to be practical, in my opinion, and if you can't take it to bits to service it, then it's not on any of my lists at all.
@picklejamrecords87314 жыл бұрын
Hey (to who ever sees this)! What is the best budget minimalist watch?! I have a blue & light blast orange peel titanium busker that I'm trying to match. Looking to spend $350 maximum! Thank you for you time in advance!
@howardschwartz44114 жыл бұрын
sorry, i could not understand the names of the last two knives. thanks.
@haldendoerge4 жыл бұрын
Giant Mouse Ace Sonoma should have at least been in the running in its price category. For me it would have beat out the Atom, but it should have at least been up there with it. Just my 2 cents.
@cashdingo63864 жыл бұрын
I want a mckenna so bad, I'm willing to break my no non-lefty knife rule.
@richpaul68064 жыл бұрын
Whats non lefty about the mckenna? just the liner lock?
@josecolon21654 жыл бұрын
I’ll sell you mine. 😁
@monkeyfaceII4 жыл бұрын
Am sure eventually they will make a lefty
@lancemillward19123 жыл бұрын
A challenge. A knife review without a spyderco ;)
@christully9474 жыл бұрын
As someone who uses their knives on the ocean a knife is NOT 'completely rust proof' if it is on PB washers. PB washers will rust over time