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[@Jeffyinthehills]

The first knife is a scandi grind. The second knife is a flat grind.

[@outdoordauber]

Yeah, DBA got them backwards.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Well, guess I blew that one

[@outdoordauber]

@@dadbudgetadventures It happens. Thanks for all you do!

[@SailfishSoundSystem]

It's actually a saber/Scandi grind. It's not a a complete zero edge.

[@hadguy1]

Looks like a Mora Eldris.

[@PreppingWithSarge]

Agree with what you said about D2. People seem to have an issue with it but the hardness and durability is fantastic for an affordable steel.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I think the hate is from people who get all their information from angry Reddit posts and don’t do any of their own research.

[@j.j.savalle4714]

D2 is great steel for knives, just requires a little more care to keep it in good shape (well oiled). And it holds an edge so much better than any 420/440 stainless. Thx for the review.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You’re quite welcome. Thanks for that added info!

[@mistersmith3986]

That's funny. I've owned used and worked with D2 knives for over 50 years. NEVER had a spot if rust get on any. I've lived in dry, wet and human conditions and NEVER used oil on them. Once again. NOT A SPOT OF RUST.

[@yellowdog762jb]

I like 440C, but I like D2 as well. I have a few knives w higher end steel, but you need more than just a traditional whetstone to sharpen them.

[@eloisebennett1673]

I still remember when my Dad gave me my first knife! (I'm 72). I used to keep a larger knife in my glove compartment in case I hit a deer (live in PA). My husband was never comfortable with that, but he's a city boy.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Always good to have a knife in your car. You never know what you’ll be faced with.

[@joaomarreiros4906]

In south Portugal it is still a tradition to "sell" knifes to a newly born, they do not give them because it "cuts" friendship so they are sold for a symbolic price, knifes are both symbolic and practical around here. A knife is a tool, my mom taught me how to use it, and I never leave my house without a pocket knife, and I have another in my car, and right know I have three in my desk. Small and larger blade knifes are better in my opinion.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

We were having a discussion the other day about gifting knives. Funny how that becomes a widespread thing.

[@joaomarreiros4906]

@@dadbudgetadventures Like so many things, a knife is whatever we do of it, to me its a tool most of the times, but a good friend to have in your pocket. I also have not hunted since I was very young, and I still have my license, you never know when you will need to have a rifle in the house. Luckily this is a peaceful country.

[@tomnickell1276]

I have four of the Odenwolf knives. I love them. One was just a tad less sharp, but it only took about three minutes and it was just as sharp as the others. I'm a real big fan of Odenwolf knives.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

They are hard to beat.

[@outdoordauber]

D2 will work fine with a ferro rod if it has a sharp spine. Actually, any hard, sharp edge will work. Glass, rocks, etc.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Good info. Thanks!

[@stevansikes8477]

Case pocket knife. My favorite whittling knife.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I love Case products. Their old timer style pocket folders are awesome.

[@ThePaPappy]

Case is a great brand ! I carry a Great Eastern Tidioute #38 Whittler - Tractor Green Jigged Bone.

[@Gumby1978]

I have had a knife from a child until. The first knife my dad bought me was a Barlow. They were cheap but very utilitarian.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I still have knives I got from my dad and my grandfather. Lots of great memories there.

[@HobbesBaxter]

Me pulling out my Buck 110 to cut some thing. Tacti-cool dude: "That knife wont work! You need the $4700 exclusive POS edition made from space shuttle steel!" My reply: "That's OK, I'm not cutting space shuttles."

[@lskazalski]

I've got a Buck 110 that I've had for over 30 years. My favorite.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You never know when you’re gonna be called on to join Bruce Willis in a mission to rescue the space shuttle crew. 😎

[@JAB671]

Space shuttle steel? That is so outdated! Everyone knows the only knife steel worth anything is made from a Damascus pattern blend of mithril and scraps recovered from the Roswell crash site. The scales simply must be made of genuine unicorn horn and it must have a sheath made of minotaur leather. Anything else couldn't possibly peel an apple, cut a string or slice tape properly!

[@reneerupert5830]

​@@JAB671😂😂😂😂

[@lskazalski]

@@JAB671 🤣🤣🤣

[@soteriamediaproductions6165]

D2, for example, Is used in the automotive industry to make hot stamp dies. These dies are subject to extreme temperatures and pressure in the process of stamping out automotive parts. It is NOT a trash steel. Like he said it’s extremely tough.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you. People just need to know what they are getting and it should be fine.

[@rob280]

I always carry a small pocketknife as well as a micro-Leatherman tool with me. I get teased about it a lot. Well, you really realize how much you use them when they are not around. Last year when I went to the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, I carried everything on the plane and could not take them with me. This year I am mailing a set out there or picking up one of each out there and just keeping them at my sister's house. Having a good knife with you is a good thing, the ones you showed look interesting.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yep, every time I forget my knife I am quickly reminded of it. There’s always something that comes up that requires it.

[@Wcquick]

I do need this knife, so I bought one for EDC, first fixed blade I have owned since Boy Scouts in the mid 1960's, great price. Fun video. liked and subscribed

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! Im glad you found it useful!

[@displacedyankee7819]

Reasonably priced is nice. Went to their web site, I like the Picnic knife.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yeah, that thing is pretty sweet

[@jamescook2041]

Knife person here!!!! Thank you for the tip on Odin Wolf! Sent a little business their way and I'm looking forward to testing them out!!!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Awesome! Thanks for helping keep the channel in good graces with our sponsors!

[@jamescook2041]

@@dadbudgetadventures This offering looks a good bit like the Mora Eldris but at a better price; not to mention the buy $50 get a knife free!!! Free is always fun. Love your channel; you are my Sunday morning jam; the first thing I look for is the MRE video to have with my breakfast! Keep it up!

[@gregvanderboom5011]

I remember getting a 3 bladed folding Buck knife when I was 10 or 11. I carry a Old Timer today. My Mom always had a small lock blade knife in her purse. We'd stop at a rest area for a snack and the knives would come out to cut fruit, cheese or a summer sausage.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yep. A good pocket knife is an all purpose utility item. Never know what you’ll need it for.

[@reneerupert5830]

Knife person here! I can't wait to shop for a few more knives! Thank you for all you do!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You’re quite welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@kvonzwild8979]

Yep. D2 is good. A strop with polishing grit in it will keep it sharp. You may need a diamond stone to do heavy sharpening in case of roll or chip. The lil dude looks like a Mora eldris to some degree.quite handy

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks for sharing that. I Sure folks will be looking at the comments for info like this.

[@theanonymousprepperchannel]

They sent me the w-sow catcher 2 years ago. Their knives can definitely take a good beating.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That’s a pretty sweet knife! Maybe I’ll get to test it out some day.

[@danpost4755]

I love knives as well. My dad gave me my first pocket knife at age 5. As a guy who enjoys hunting, fishing, camping, and all that. I personally do not see a need for that style of knife. $20 is great. D2 is fine. The design is just not good. If someone loves them, great! I'm happy for them. I will spend my money elsewhere. I'm glad to see your channel branching out, DBA.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! Knives are one of those personal things and everyone likes something different. I totally get that.

[@robertgregory5260]

I carry a pocket knife while walking around the house.

[@daveh7720]

Me too. I've carried a pocket knife every day since I was about 10. (Even to school. The world was different then.) My current daily is a Swiss Army knife because it has a Phillips screwdriver on it. Handy for dismantling desktop computers.

[@robertgregory5260]

@@daveh7720 I either carry my SWAK or my US NAVY 4 blade pocket knife.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I’m almost never without one

[@golem2866]

Yes learn to respect it as a tool not a toy! I’m not much of a fan for a neck knife carry but like the packability of that knife. I have an ESEE izula 2, great little knife but $$. That little guy could put up some competition. Thanks for the video.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@winmachielse1233]

Finally it is said, knives are tools not weapons. By the way, D2 is great for knives. Inhave a Canal Street knive in D2, and keeps an edge very well. The only downside is, due to its large carbides, D2 fairly easy chips. Just keep that in mind and you’ll enjoy these knives for a long time. Personally I’d prefer to see these little knives in Sandvik 12C27. Tough and easy to sharpen in the field.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I love when people contribute useful information. Thanks!

[@AzraelsTear]

The name alone makes me want to buy it. Who wouldn't want to carry an Odenwolf? I think this would be a great GHB knife... fixed blade, small, with a fire starter. I am working on a mini GHB that works for urban and suburban situations where having compact, light weight, items are ideal. In fact, if you are so inclined, I would love to see your take on an Urban or Suburban BOB or GHB someday. 🍻

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I may explore that at some point. I have an interesting Bugout project I’m working on that should be fun.

[@m.b.593]

What a great review thanks brother! 🙏🏻

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You’re quite welcome!

[@craftsbeautyandlife5163]

I get my brother and hubs a knife every year for Christmas. They are knife guys. If you happen to get to the Sevierville TN exit, on Dumpling Valley Rd there is a huge flee market. There is a knife dealer in there. They have specials and you can get a really good knife for 10. They are only open on the weekend but I always bought a knife for our gift swap too since I basically worked with men.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I love that area. So many cool places to look for treasure.

[@daveh7720]

Smoky Mountain Knife Works is just outside of Sevierville. I wonder if that's who's at the flea market.

[@KenE808]

Excellent comparison, it’s how reviews should be. No BS - aloha

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you so much!

[@JoelPerri7777]

Reminds me of the mora eldris, might have to grab one. Love a cool little full tang fixie

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That was my impression as well. They are a great alternative to Mora.

[@ckelley6940]

The knives have the same appeal as my Mora neck knife. I think I’ll put these in options list for grandkids Xmas stocking stuffers

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I agree, I just didn’t want To mention their competition in the video. But you get it, I see.

[@s139th]

Picked one up using the discount code thanks!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Awesome! Hope you love it!

[@jeffwise3851]

Well, I'm going to order the skandi blade. a few years ago I bought a Mora that these knives seem to be duplicating. One of the best little knives I own to dress out deer, outside of splitting breast bone. The Mora grips do not slide in my hand when wet, we'll see how these do.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

They seem to be a good alternative to the Mora products. I’ll probably be testing a few others so I’m looking forward to seeing how the different versions hold up.

[@JAB671]

Looks like a Mora Eldris with a better handle. I have been wanting their Sowcatcher (very large, double.edge) for a while. I really like neck knives - I have a bit of a neck knife collection and may have to check this one out. The funny thing is that, just a few years ago, D2 was considered to be a semi-premium knife steel and was very desirable and not commonly available. Many knife people got very excited when Ontario offered a special edition of their RAT 1 folder in D2. I have one or two of those as well as a special edition Buck 110 with light walnut scales and a drop point, D2 blade. At one point some respected custom knife makers were offering D2 as a steel option. The one criticism was that it could become brittle in very cold temperatures. I live in East Tennessee - it sometimes gets cold, here but not that cold. I think the real problem with D2 is that it became commonly and widely available so the knife snobs could no longer be like, "Oooh, look at me - I have a D2 knife and you don't" so they started bashing on D2 and people who don't know any better believe them and parrot what they say. There have also been some issues with some companies, especially Chinese companies, putting 'D2' on everything because it was such a desirable steel. In reality many of those blades were made of low end, crap steel and not real D2 so when the blades sucked D2's reputation took a hit even though D2 wasn't really even involved. Six or seven years back it wasn't uncommon for guys on knife channels to perform various formal or informal tests to see if a knife that claimed to be D2 really was - and it wasn't uncommon to find that they weren't. If they actually did use some (possibly low quality) version of D2 then they may not have heat treated it right so, again, the reputation suffered. Some of the better Chinese companies seem to be figuring D2 out now, though.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yeah, over saturation was the real issue. People got sick of seeing it and turned on it. Then people started regurgitating the negative stuff with no other real substance to back it up. It’s a shame people get that way over something that doesn’t deserve the naysayers.

[@YabbaDabbaDoTime]

Those are too small for my purposes but at that price point I'm going to have to see what else Odinwolf offers. That would be a good option for an offhand knife for weapon retention (for when someone tries to take your gun)

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Absolutely. They have some really cool stuff at good prices. I’m looking forward to trying out more of their stuff.

[@JohnSmith-gs4lw]

Odenwolf just issued a recall for a very small subset of Mini knives. Apparently some prototypes accidentally got sold/shipped. If you haven’t got an email from Amazon or the vendor you purchased from, I would check the Odenwolf website.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Interesting. Wonder what’s up with that

[@JohnSmith-gs4lw]

They included images to identify which knives are recalled. Neither of yours would be recalled. Simply, they made prototypes without the brass grommet in the end of the handle where the lanyard hole is. The production knives should have that brass tube back there to anchor the tang inside the handle. They said there is a chance that, without the brass tube, the blade could separate from the handle. Personally, sounds like an unlikely scenario, but I’m sure their lawyers told them otherwise.

[@SailfishSoundSystem]

Cr12Mov is the Chinese equivalent of D2 steel, but manufacturers won't tell you that or are they're unscrupulous. Good American or German D2 steel has been around since World War Two and holds an edge well if PROPERLY heat treated. Most Chi-Com suppliers don't care about that or most U.S. manufacturers. You can't differentially heat treat it either. Bob Dozier developed a very good heat treat for D2 around 61-62 hrc. D2 and equivalents are made by most major steel manufacturers. There's an old saying about D2 "It takes a bad edge and holds it forever."

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks! That’s great info!

[@b80-s9i]

Black knife was Scandi-grind...green knife is Sabre-grind. I ABSOLUTELY am getting the green one in Scandi!! Thanks for sharing bro...I never seen these before & am stoked to get one! Definitely got a sub from me💪😎👍

[@b80-s9i]

Sorry...jus seen someone else talked about the grinds too, my bad😖

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yeah I got that mixed up but the knives themselves are absolutely cool!

[@jtamsmom5]

I dont have a fix blade knife . I have to look into one of these knives.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

They are kinda fun being so small but useful.

[@mistersmith3986]

When ANY knife's model name has the word Mini in it, I already know, I'll NEVER need it. Thanx for the video my Bladed Brother ⚔👍✝🇺🇸

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@diverblc]

Your videos are enjoyable! Keep it up!

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you!

[@daveh7720]

I'm not in the market for a short knife but some of Odenwolf's other offerings look interesting. Looks like Mora might have some competition. According to their web site the sheath is polypropylene.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

That’s what I was thinking but I didn’t want to mention the competitor. I think these are a good option.

[@HarshmanHills]

i like those. will have to look them up

[@dadbudgetadventures]

They are pretty cool

[@scenicdriveways6708]

Nice review DBA, Those knives aren't something I would need or own. But I appreciate a good review. Thanks for sharing it with us. By the way. If you really love knives, check out the Mercator Black Cat Carbon Knife (K55K knife), it's a great pocket knife. There is a Mercator K55K history video on YT.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I’ll go take a look. Thanks!

[@HarshmanHills]

Just a heads up, order a couple knives and doing reviews on them. I am going to put your discount code in, which I forgot to use 😂

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Awesome thank you!

[@thefatmanoutdoors]

Dang it DBA. I had already looked the Odenwolf and told myself I didn't need any more knives. And yet, I now have 3 and a machete on the way from them. I blame you! :P

[@dadbudgetadventures]

I want that machete. That thing looks cool!

[@thefatmanoutdoors]

@@dadbudgetadventures Reviews looked good on it. We'll see how it compares to my $15 Tramotina.

[@ZTRAVLR]

WOW THOSE ARE GREAT DBA, AND THE PRICE POINT IS SPOT ON...Z

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Absolutely. The price is amazing for what you get!

[@ZTRAVLR]

@@dadbudgetadventures THE 2 U SHOW CASED AND THE FOLDING ONE WITH TEETH, SO I GOT THE FREE 1 THEN ALSO. Z............... W PICNIC ONE

[@Saltpork305]

In defense of D2: it replaced the older budget steel of Aus8 or it's Chinese equivalent. D2 has been used in industrial applications since 1918 and we have figured out basically all the issues with making high chromium, high carbon steel in the last century. In 2024 D2 might be the budget steel and might never be the 'new hot thing' like magnacut or CPM154 but for what it is and does and what your average person uses knives for, you can get a lifelong use knife for under 50 bucks. Yes, I am a bit of a knife nerd. D2 is what I carry in my pocket every day. It works, and works well.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Thank you for that. That’s great info!

[@kevinbeck6419]

Lots of big brands use D2

[@dadbudgetadventures]

They do. That’s why I’m not sure why there’s so many people hating on it.

[@Brykk]

Im a certified knife nut. About the only thing im a bigger fan of is flashlights.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Same! Glad I’m not alone in that.

[@ninah9955]

I 👍agree. Would like to get some.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Good stuff!

[@TheJamesHollingshead]

The black one was actually the Scandinavian grind. You got the products backwards

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yep. I messed that up

[@TheJamesHollingshead]

@@dadbudgetadventures Happens to the best of us. I had to do a conference talk with a sinus infection last week, so I'm right there with you lol Ordered one of the scandi grind as a potential backup to my Mora. Will have to put it through its paces and see what I think. For $20, I'm happy to give it a try.

[@ericdpeerik3928]

I'm told I have too many knives (if that's possible) and I have a stack of 420 and D2 knives. If you're saying that's bad, then either your knife is a lemon, or you don't really know how to care for a knife. The last option would be that all my knives are accidentally great knives, but I'm not very lucky, so that's unlikely 😂

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Is there such a thing as too many knives? I don’t think that’s a thing 😎

[@michaelwatts3342]

Well crap. Now I need another knife. Just ordered one of the mini’s.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Hope you love it! Thanks for supporting the channel sponsors!

[@MndScream]

Ok. I'm sold! (=

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Love these things!

[@rayhoskins4478]

Where is this knife made?

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Germany

[@rayhoskins4478]

Excellent! Thank you for your quick response.

[@lanceeric6039]

buck 55 edc

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yep. That’s a good one too

[@maxcontax]

…..or, just go buy a 9 cm Moraknif in carbon steel….

[@dadbudgetadventures]

You can do that too

[@thebadidealab3627]

woohoo

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yep!

[@danhandke5012]

💪💪💪👏🏻❤️

[@dadbudgetadventures]

😎

[@pamelafrancis6086]

Please stop whipping the knife all over so we can see it better.

[@dadbudgetadventures]

Yeah lemme go back and fix that