One Button Lock To Rule Them All - Civivi Elementum Button Lock 2 - Overview and Review

Full review of the Civivi Elementum Button Lock 2.
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[@kh1188ish]

Since the elementum is such a popular knife, and so many people have one, I’d think more reviewers would have it as a regular size comparison (replace the rat from the line up).

[@MrPoots12]

Yes!

[@rgdcrss333]

Hell yes. The Rat 1 and 2 are hideous looking knives. I don't care how popular they once were. They freakin suck 😆

[@thunderlyte3221]

Agreed

[@jdisdetermined]

At least dump the Rat 2. So show the Rat 1 and the Elementum in that frame. Then move to the Paras, etc..

[@brodyfulford6096]

@@rgdcrss333lmao I know! Yet somehow it’s grown on me and I been looking into one. But yes it’s one ugly bugger 😆

[@fuloran1]

Absolutely perfect knife for me. Flipper tab with button loick is my jam.

[@DQHW]

My favorite thing about MC is that he uploads at least once a day. Which is such a pleasure. Does it feed my unhealthy obsession? Absolutely. Does it make me happy? Yes. So I don’t see the problem :)

[@dbraven1981]

He can hear you, he's right there.

[@escapetherace1943]

he is the Zeos of knives

[@Stahlwerk88]

*twice a day *Zeus

[@Pinkskull69420]

@@escapetherace1943 that's exactly what i thought. Just missing the gratuitous anime references

[@DopefriedCheese]

My current EDC. I freaking love the button lock and flipper combination. It makes it a great fidget toy. :)

[@DouglasRosser]

I still have the "OG" button-lock Elementum and and still prefer it. I understand that configuration is illegal in some areas but so many people acted like CIVIVI took a dump on their doorstep.

[@rickczajka5342]

Just got my elementum2 button lock in natural g10. I installed the Civivi titanium clip and I really love it better than my original Elementum. Civivi makes a great knife and like the nitro v blade material. One of the best knives I have bought in a while.

[@lukenewc]

1000% agree that WE/Civivi needs to make the larger version with a flipper tab. That would be the Elementum to rule them all!

[@DJayPhresh]

Thank you for going to bat for us lefties. I often carry knives that don't have the pocket clip on the correct side, since a lot of the designs I like don't have swappable pocket clips, and it's made me much pickier about the kinds of pocket clip that I find comfortable, since my fingers have to rest in them. On the plus side, Kizer's pocket knives have great pocket clips for lefties, since my middle finger just slots right into that dip.

[@billykidman2091]

I am so excited for the Brazen button lock coming out soon, the OG brazen is my favorite action on any Civivi, and the Elementum 2 is my favorite button lock

[@AoABlodhgarm]

I have this exact version color and all. It is a great little knife.

[@williammiller7346]

The OG Elementum Button Un-Lock is a brilliant design. The button unlocks it and then locks it and then unlocks it and finally locks it. Me loves the OG Elementum Button Unlock…

[@anthonynovak4015]

Just ordered one with an ultem handle I'm excited

[@notmyrealname2516]

I carry this. It’s pretty solid. Cuts through packaging without too much fuss and stays pretty sharp.

[@JROTCBALL]

Ordered the knife center exclusive in s35vn and looking forward to finally having one for my collection!

[@h.b.nielsen5619]

Waiting for my jade one to arrive. Can't wait to pick up the blacked out to swap the scales.

[@Bear_in_mind.]

I’m a 6’ 3” guy with rather large hands usually 2XL I’ve got very long hands this knife is about the length of my fingers but I really really love this knife. I have the forest green and am genuinely going to buy the black g10 knife. I really really want them to make this in a bigger knife but for now I love this budget EDC

[@Revelation_Overland]

Someone stole my elementum, so now I have to replace it, and I’m stoked that they fixed the only thing that bugged me. Thanks for the button.

[@ralphiewigs2208]

I'm a fan of the much-maligned large buttom lock only knife. Mine is battered, bruised and bent (slightly) from honest use.

[@mixeddrinks8100]

first time I got this before you ehh, favorite thing I got this year so far, cheap and great

[@dylbarton]

I might be in the minority, but I like that bigger one without the flipper tab more. I like that it is locked shut and the closed profile being so nice and smooth on the sides.

[@jrrcw]

I also have a Kizer Begleiter XL, a Civivi Conspiritor and a Sencut Sasche and like them all. But the Elementum without thumbstuds or a pocketpecker (Hi Nick) makes for a very comfortable carry with a nice blade.

[@kwongyeang]

AGREED ! I also like the other flipper, thumbstud buttonlocks, etc, but in a world full of those, the Buttonlock only Elementum is unique, and that alone is GOLD. Also helps that it is such a good cutter.

[@12evinge]

Yummy Damascus too. Played with it while I watch

[@joncbabin]

I have the black on black nitro v version. Excellent Knife.

[@billyberry6200]

Own a bunch of small folders in all styles and prices, can't beat this one, especially for the price! Almost the perfect pocket knife (if there is such a thing) 🤣

[@dambigfoot6844]

I really like that Civivi/WE/Sencut has a knife for everyone. The 3.47" Elementum is illegal in some states, the 2.96" appeals to the most people. The Elementum Button Lock 2 in Damascus is such an amazing knife for its looks and functionality. Its obviously not a WE knife in Damasteel with a fancy Timascus pocket clip but people I show it to are in awe of it.

[@reneramon]

I preferred the first Elementum button lock too. The size was perfect.

[@reedtfc9829]

Have the jade G10 like the one reviewed. Will definitely drop a decent amount on the WE version.

[@nestordizon3966]

Thank you for emphasizing the fact that they should have made the pocket clip reversible. I'm a lefty and it would have been an automatic purchase.

[@k3corvette35]

Hey MC the carbon fiber and micarta scales are leftie and righty the G10 scales arent for some reason ? I'm on the waiting list for a black and red shredded CF one now. Thanks for the great content and getting my interest rev'd up in knives !!

[@markpfeifer1402]

A large button lock flipper Elementum already exists. Its called the Conspiritor!

[@82richies]

Great looking knife I just ordered one. I have a what's the best way to sharpener would you use to keep it sharp

[@thedonqwet]

I wear a medium sized glove which I'm super happy about. It's Cheaper 😁. I would really love to have this knife as a backup to my crucarta pm2. Unfortunately I live in Australia. Almost all pocket knifes are at least double the price 😓. You can't get this for less than $140...

[@d.nakamura9579]

nice video. Would love to know your thoughts on how this one compares to the CJRB Pyrite. I have the Pyrite with the Wharncliffe based on your review, and it's nice, though I'm not as much of a fan of the open hole as I thought I'd be. Flippers seem much easier to open.

[@chrisalbizu521]

Fairly brand new to pocket knives the one and only that I own is the elemental button lock the big one and I love it. I’m looking at getting the element too flipper for my son one question for clarity. Can you open the knife with just the button lock or do you have to use the flipper?

[@jaybruce285]

Should add this AND the large button lock Elementum as your comparison.

[@Mortismors]

I wonder if the titanium scales Civivi and Flytanium sell will fit. The Flytanium one covers the lanyard hole and does make the Elementum look better.

[@Ratchman_5000]

Unreal that they didn't think about us leftys. I honestly would've purchased one.

[@alexxxpierce7788]

I just recently got the original Elementum in Ultem, I was debating on a button lock one but I was thinking it’s more likely to deploy in my pocket from moving around and I like how the original is thinner, only thing I like about the button lock version is that it has Nitro V instead of D2, I wish the original had Nitro V, or even better would be 14C28N…, I also have the mini Elementum in copper and it’s got 14C28N, if only my Ultementum had 14C28N…😮‍💨

[@bradleytaylor5612]

I love mine, it really is nearly perfect for me. I'd prefer 14c28 over nitro-v but that's a nit pick at best.

[@WhatsthePOINT_EDC]

Yes 14C28N is the kind of Ingot steel. Well at least it is to me. Haha!😂

[@AlexsKnivesSuch]

I have a hand rubbed copper scales and black Tanto blade version.

[@Chris_In_Texas]

I would love to see the scaled up 4" version of this same knife satin finish and natural G10! 🤠👍 I would buy a box of them...

[@dereksturms3724]

I've yet to own a elementum, might grab one , one day.

[@paulg.5997]

Where does Nitro V steel fall in the Spectrum compared to D2? I have the original elementum too and was just wondering what the difference was.

[@Juggggo]

just picked up one at my house of knives for 70CAD such a steal for an unreal knife

[@FlangernotAnger]

I would love to try one! D2 or 9cr18mov? Have you seen the carbon and copper handle scales??? Beautiful!!! Badass!!!

[@chrisarman2596]

Isnt the Conspirator everything you asked for in a slightly bigger version? I still love my conspirator & carry it every day im not going to work...

[@jaysaintt6466]

Which do you think is better? The elementum button lock 2 or the Civivi Conspirator? Thanks in ahead of time!

[@joncbabin]

I have the gravity knife version as well👍🏻

[@AlexsKnivesSuch]

What is better the button lock elementum or the Pyrite?

[@thebeesmeow1512]

I got this one, dyed it black and ground the flipper tab off. I love it.

[@liamroarke7991]

I just got one and DID NOT realize how small it is. I kept thinking it would be a semi-full size boi.

[@not-a-raccoon]

I absolutely love my Elementum. I don't have the button lock version though. I Still have my eye on the CJRB pyrite 🤔

[@danpennella]

The Pyrite is next on my list! Everyone I know in the knife world rants about that one.

[@lucasc5651]

The larger version in tanto would be insane

[@miragexl007]

Still curious about this parade really like the terminus x r.. And curious how they compare.

[@johnteal2016]

This Civivi button lock or the Keizer Drop Bear? Seems like a reasonable comparison.

[@MrDannyboyhall]

Civivi knives are really good for the price my everyday carry is a civivi durus I pick it up before any of my more pricey knives I like it that much I haven’t tried an elementum but think I will have to

[@mattdagger1480]

I love mine. I’ve had it since January. Surprised it took you this long to show it off haha. Slices like a madman only thing I’ve noticed is the pivot requires a tighten here and there. More often than any other knife I’ve owned.

[@markquililan1657]

i put blue loctite on the pivot screws on mine and it hasn't had any blade play since.

[@mattdagger1480]

@@markquililan1657 I’ve done that I think I’m on the 5th time trying different brands of blue lock tight with no luck thus far :(

[@markquililan1657]

@@mattdagger1480 i'm sorry to hear that. once i applied the loctite and screwed it back, i didn't play with the knife for 24hrs. to let it cure. maybe you could try this if you haven't done it yet.

[@mattdagger1480]

@@markquililan1657 I may need to do that actually!! I dyed my scales as soon as I opened it so idk if it’s something I did specifically (possibly) so I don’t hold it against civivi. Still love the knife tho!

[@junomckinnon4228]

Easy knife to use with the awesome quality's that everyone is looking for. Con I see is no place to change the clip to the left side. They should modify that on the next model and that could be the reason. More sales for the upgraded knife coming to you soon. Great marketing tect. If that's the reason .

[@No_Lucks_Given]

Thankfully I bought this knife as soon as I could. It's seriously good for how much it costs. I couldn't afford any knife that's even more than like 60 bucks so it came at a great time. I would also like to add that from the factory mine would loosen and have a small amount of blade play. I don't know if it's supposed to have locktite but mine didn't so I put some and now it's fine.

[@KINGACE9]

If you prefer a button lock, I think the CJRB Pyrite is better.

[@charlesard8639]

Me too bro. Got kids to feed. Lol.

[@charlesard8639]

The pyrite is cool to.

[@paulg.5997]

We need a civivi elementum 2 versus a cjrb pyrite shootout!

[@MiguelEDC]

I said the same on my og Elementum button lock, that it was missing the flipper… deep down we all know CIVIVI and weknife know this, they’re just probably trying to sell as many of these as they can before releasing the other one we really want

[@hificat101]

Bought knives for my awesome neighbors for letting us shower at their place for a couple weeks after our pipes froze. She got this, and he got a Bestech Slasher. They both loved them. I think women really love getting gifted a knife because it's not usually something someone would gift them.

[@Errcyco]

I have a tanto Elementum to my old roommate when I saw her last year. She dug it, asked questions and was impressed with the quality. She does nails for a living so I think she sees cool details. Anyways, felt good cause you’re right.. she’d have never got that for herself. And she will keep it for years and years I’m sure cause they are a practical tool. And unimposing looking, Elementum can be used anywhere and isn’t gonna scare anyone.

[@JavierGarcia-xz5vl]

Waiting for one in brass or copper 🙏

[@TheMetaldudeX]

The glove thing is spot on lol

[@DQHW]

“Utilitarian cutting apparatus” 😂 I like that. Gonna start saying that.

[@AlexsKnivesSuch]

A Pyrite XL & Fixed blade? Elementum & Pyrite Automatic?

[@_Nathan-]

I bet they’ll redo the larger size since it probably didn’t go over well without a secondary deployment

[@rebelfromva]

I’m really not a fan of the rat2 I bought. Do you think this will fill the void?

[@jeffp.6349]

Is this better than the kershaw dividend

[@Below-Average_Joe]

MC, how do you compare the button lock Elementum to the Pyrite? I handled the Elementum and liked it, but I hear so much about the Pyrite.

[@muckeyn]

+1

[@kimbalxyz2]

This seems like "Deja vu all over again " !

[@ConanDLibrarian]

I’ve been eyeing these for a while, and the day I go to buy it they’re out of stock! Then I see you highlighted them two days ago…..why have you done this to me???

[@isthebeeflol]

Kizer cormorant is smooth as butter if working right I don't like civivi indented button too much conspirator is nice but elementum had stick and is hard to press. Beglieter 2 is best feeling button imo.

[@butchcassidy3373]

Like you I prefer the Kizer button locks. The Original so the Begleiter are great knives. And the Drop Bear is great too

[@jarman_2000]

I wanted one so bad, had one in and out of my cart for like a week, finally went to buy one, sold out…

[@MiguelEDC]

Not gonna lie, but even though I’m not lefty, that was a heck of a point and a missed opportunity on CIVIVI’s end not to drill the pocket clip holes on the other side

[@Ephem13]

The micarta and cf versions have lefty screw holes.

[@mikec-dc2em]

Thx for standing up for lefties :)

[@justinkase1360]

Wish they had a better steel...I want a replacement for my Para 3 LW in REX 45 and I want EASY one hand open/close. I use my knives at work, I'm an electrician.

[@vonWeizhacker69]

Scales on the para3 pls? Thx!

[@DQHW]

Surely It’s only a matter of time before a WE Version of this, right?

[@animalanimalanimal1622]

Listed mine on eBay. Great knife but the pivot tighting issue made me weary. Never used it but I’ll keep looking for a different one. Not impressed.

[@Errcyco]

One of my favorite parts of the Elementum was how thin it was. It was perfect to me. The BL and making it thicker.. I’m not into it. I want that new Wharncliff regular liner-lock Elementum though for sure. They really do have a version for everyone though, and that’s not just smart it’s cool. Other brands would slowly release them at a markup.. Civivi just sells them all same price, pick your flavor. I dig that 👍🫡

[@Mechromey]

IMO if ontario can get the same button lock on a Rat 2 it would literally be the best EDC

[@Maineicefishingenthusiast]

Pocket clip is completely different than the original 😊

[@miragexl007]

So no s35 steel in this model?

[@mikereese15]

This version in the xl would be even better.

[@hotheadedjoelhaha]

Thought they would do the Bigger one first.

[@thomasmorgan7944]

How can I get one of these? Would anybody know when it may drop?

[@balddegenerateduelist]

Can you use the button to open it?

[@matthuck378]

Being left handed, I tend to not trust button locks. I'd rather have an "axis" lock or just a normal framelock. I do think they are safer. I know, a GOOD button lock is plenty safe...But the only knives I've had disengage unintentionally have been slip joints and one button lock.

[@Ratchman_5000]

Same. I'm a left dominant as well and would've bought one if these just to flick it around if they would've thought about us.

[@CraigLaq]

I can't find one in stock anywhere

[@shadowjezzter]

Questions, 1. Would this be legal in Australia since our gov doesn’t allow “flick knifes” which are ones that have a button release as the for of deployment? 2. I wonder if they are gonna do a Damascus steel with dark carbon fibre similar to the cetos.

[@David_Downs]

I mean, you can use the flipper, but also the button lock, so it is the same idea, just with a flipper.. so depends on how they view that.

[@shadowjezzter]

@@David_Downs think it comes under the flick knife, thats an issue i have found. I think as long as its not used and there are other forms of deployment may be ok

[@ryanragan8899]

I have a question about the elementum 2. When the knife is closed in your pocket, is there anything actually holding the knife blade closed? A lock, a detent, anything? This question is specific to the elementum 2.

[@Errcyco]

Yeah it’s just a detent, exactly like the normal liner-lock Elementum. It sounds weird til you’re holding the new one, but only difference is when it’s fully open. Other than that, it’s gonna act the exact same in your pocket as the regular one will. Meaning, you’re fine, no risk of it opening unintentionally.

[@williamscarlm]

@metal_complex So do I buy this or the kershaw iridium?!? Can only buy one.

[@SterryCan]

Iridium if you want pure functionality and value, Elementum if you want something nice and inoffensive for daily use. I have both :) I find myself reaching for the Elementum at my desk when I want to play with/admire something, I will reach for the Iridium when I want to cut something tough.

[@williamscarlm]

@SterryCan I whole heartily agree with this. I did buy both, but at the end of the day I always went for the iridium. Hence, I returned the elementum. And I don't miss it so that means everything.

[@SterryCan]

@@williamscarlm I will admit, I was a little unimpressed with the Elementum at first. But after a day of use I grew to love it. Glad you ended up with the knife that was right for you in the end ☺️

[@joet81]

I just bought the chevallier and I had opened it may be 30 times just fidgeting and haven't even used The Knife yet and the button lock is sticking already. Pretty badly. Does anyone know how to fix this? Super disappointing.

[@desbravatube]

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[@Abby_Normal_1969]

Yeah, the large Elementum needs a flipper or better yet a thumb stud.

[@IvIidnight]

Civivi, make the bigger one.

[@jarofaar8618]

I say switch it up with the big one and do thumb studs instead

[@sloanNYC]

I like it overall, but the button action sticks in middle of unlock and is annoying. Like you, I like it being a bit thicker.

[@rognuald9007]

I have the jade Elementum II and a green Micarta black stonewash Elementum liner lock. I prefer the liner lock over the button and the Nitro-V over D2. I would like a longer blade with a liner lock as well.