SOG Slim Jim: Thinnest Assisted Opener

[@brotherskeepers111]

Looks great Nutn, digging the old school knife reviews.. Reminds of the earlier years of TNP

[@winshtfillbrdy5895]

Thank you so much for your dedication to your family, country, and all TNPers. You are responsible for most of my gear choices and have taught me how to buy based on application. Your quality reviews are both entertaining and highly informative. I've been waiting on this one, but I think the flashback is the one for me. I'm definitely a fan of a knife that disappears in an EDC role.

[@sergeantRtd]

I love my Slim Jim, I use it as my office carry and sits in my trouser pocket and you dont even notice it. looks just like a pen in my pocket to most people! Thanks for the videos hope your feeling better Nutn.

[@ima4ster]

Love the knives, but the delivery of info is fantastic. Typical nutnfancy. That's why you're the best.

[@sheepdog94]

Thank you Nutn for reviewing this knife, finely. Have been seriously considering it for quite awhile you are a serous data point for gear purchases.

[@SuperJuryDuty]

my video withdrawals are slowly subsiding.. thanks Nutn. Glad to see you back in action.

[@jmsmith1019]

Between the Spyderco, Alaska, and this I feel like a junkie who just got their fix after detox. Thanks Nutn. Hope your leg and family are doing well.

[@macg6643]

Going to order one. The safety has me sold. I've had several knives "deploy" in my pocket, or open having fallen out of my pocket. This one looks good .

[@DannoCrutch]

Back around 1966 or so, I had a black handled knife which had a white cougar or puma on the black. Basically the same take on the handle i.e., folded metal. Loved that knife as a kid. I think it had a lock back too, but not really sure.

[@benjaminhpollock5654]

Short hiatus and comes back with some great knife reviews and an awesome work philosophy vid. Cheers again Nutn can't say it enough. Ben

[@DLAdventures2]

***** grow up.

[@GabeMacDonnell]

Seems like an update of the awesome old Mercator K55K knife, Black. Cat knife from Solingen Germany.

[@89silverbullet]

Thanks to you, I look at all my knives and think "can I cut down a tree if I had too?" love it.

[@feralbeard]

Loving the old school knife reviews. Keep 'em up!

[@nevahenuf]

So awesome thanks! I just bought a Pacific Salt and it was awesome to see it pulled from past as a current competitive option. You've got get on the new benchmade 531! 2.1 ounces and perfect edc blade shape.

[@michaelkilimanjaro9926]

Nice comeback videos after MRSA! Just because it is thinnest EDC knife, I will HAVE to add it my collection.. Thanks Nutn.

[@music86man]

Love mine. I took the lock off though it kept coming on when I took it out of the pocket. And I've yet to accidentally actuate the lock bar in use. Fits perfectly in my soft armor trauma plate pocket I wear under my uniform as a back up knife.

[@kostakigogos]

That Spyderco Endura is such a win from you Nutn.I love mine to the moon and back.

[@thedomesplitter2711]

So happy your back with some krvs love all your videos keep up the good work nutn

[@shawngrant69]

Just got in the Lightning OTF from Blade HQ. Great budget version of a Microtech OTF. Thanks for the info on this knife! Hope your leg heals 100% and keep up the great vids.

[@Felix_rc_fpv]

Just wanted to say as someone who carries the small one every day I absolutely love it for what I need. Which is a sharp thing that I hardly notice in my pocket. Pretty freakin durable too.

[@adamgardens2814]

Loving the knife show. Hope your healing all right.

[@rickpayne90]

you know whats great about nutnfancy vids? you can keep coming back to re-watch them months even years later to see what he said about a particular item and it really helps prioritize gear purchases...down side is he's always showing us so much awesome gear, we're just as back logged as he is in buying them as he is reviewing and testing them... i love it

[@stevenlinford4312]

Dude! You cover so many products. Makes my bank account suffer haha. Seriously though keep it up, learning a ton.

[@chrisrouleau514]

I watch your vids and then almost immediately go and buy more knives. Today was the Benchmade Emissary and the small Slim Jim. Damn you...

[@rtz549]

If you like light and thin knifes; absolutely add a Benchmade 530 to your collection. Has a very unique feel in the hand.

[@flytyer232]

I like it, and man keep pushing out the vids!!!! That style of knife (folded steel handle) has been around since the 1800s

[@Travitanium]

I had a liner lock close on my hand, took eight stitches. Now I carry an Axis lock.

[@GabeMacDonnell]

The H1 now has a Torx pivot, making it adjustable after harder use. The slimJim is a nice design tho, just wish the lock was recessed.

[@TheLateBoyScout]

I've never really warmed up to SOG's folders, but I could get into these.

[@ShaunWitt]

Bought one off ebay. LOVE it. The xl is a bit big for most needs but gonna be a utility/camp knife/tactical use IF needed would work. Love it so far. One of the sharpest knives ive ever felt. And the protectionist stuff should be ignored. Doesnt effect my use for the blade, and i believe you can take off the lock.

[@PTExp]

Interesting. I had a look at one at a store after hearing about how slim they are. The demo knife was super hard to deploy. I have a good number of folders but never came across one that stiff before. Guy even adjusted the pivot and it was still locking up. Maybe it was just a lemon. I think I'll have another look.

[@brainleak]

Glad to hear you are doing better Nutn!

[@woodsman500]

I agree with the comment about stainless steel handles because I find they transfer heat so easily! Great review nutn still love your videos when I find the time to watch them!

[@555Gear]

The slide lock is a dealbreaker for me... on the Slim Jim I handled it was very loose but it looks like they fixed that....

[@ACGREAPER]

I'm digging all the knife reviews NutN' great reviews so far might have to pick this one up when the cash is flowing :)

[@SeaforgedArtifacts]

In 100 years someone is gonna dive down and find nutn's pacific salt covered in barnacles and coral... but the blade will be just fine.

[@xBeauGaming]

Oh my! 2 in a day!

[@Weinifyable]

correction: 3 in a day!

[@TheDpiddy711]

Weinifyable 4 vids if you are a double owl

[@Weinifyable]

True I wasn't countin the other channel though! PS the owl is on the shed!

[@AlexandreAubrey]

I've been waiting for that review for a while. Thanks!

[@Odiex27]

I added the SOG to my Amazon wish list. Love the Lightning OTF also, but I can't find it cheaper than $40 at the moment, though I'm still looking.

[@KatotownUSA]

I grabbed 8 of them for $25 each some time ago. They're great knives

[@Meta-Drew]

Woot, Nutn got the Endura wave, always wondered if he would come around and get one, tied as my favorite knife with my delica wave =D

[@tmerrick24]

I love all these Knife reviews, please keep them coming. I'd also love more camping adventure videos, and please pet Allie the Mountain Dog for me.

[@goodscott1304]

Thank you for all the new videos! You know how to make a come back! Oregontnp

[@Ringoluck]

Loving the knife reviews! Keep them coming. Thanks

[@MrMoreammo]

Thanks for the review! I had wanted you to cover it since shot! And no I don't own it already!

[@nathanatramp]

"That waveable feature rocks." Dang right it does! Welcome to the party, Nut'n! I been waving my AK47 all over the show for over like 2 years; ever since I saw it on YOUR review table! Haha.

[@livingsurvival]

Front shirt pocket, especially with the deep clip.

[@MichaelFoxFamily]

I wear dress pants a lot so thinness is key! The twitch 2 is slim but it sticks out too much. I think I may need one of these. Thanks for sharing!

[@drg8017]

You need another knife. Lol

[@TheShadowSpartan1]

Surprised I didn't see the Al Mar Eagle in the the competitive options.

[@xtremearmor]

The Slim Jim is cool looking knife. It sure is thin, may be a little to thin for me but still cool. I liked the Spyderco competitive options you rolled out. Great video and thanks for posting it.

[@caddilacjim]

Great video Nutn,that knife is pretty cool.

[@usernameuser5573]

Titanium handle scales & flipper = even better.

[@RFord2]

The Benchmade 530 Pardue is 1.9oz. Great suit knife. Very thin as well.

[@Forrest_Gee]

Seems like the SlimJim XL could possibly compete with the Al Mar Eagle in a lightweight emergency defensive role. Im a little surprised nutn didn't role that in as a competitive option.

[@phakeacount2228]

Hope you have recovered from that infection. Good review.

[@RichAllfieldnohit]

Backpacking, lord yes, love the backpacking

[@GriffinRampant1]

I got the H1 Pacific Salt and delica4 wave/emerson. they are great for EDC and I got them for $50 ea slightly used. the slim jim is about $41 for the XL and it has Aus 8 vs VG10 and H1. I would only get the slim jim if you need the form factor

[@usernameuser5573]

H1 is an extreme dive steel, unless your name is Aquaman, that's not an EDC knife.

[@GriffinRampant1]

more like career firefighter/emt. you sweat a lot in gear in the Ohio River Valley and I clip it to the inside of my pants a lot of the time.

[@usernameuser5573]

Paul B I still think it would be too compromising for me. It's not being submerged in saltwater water, it's being splashed with moisture. To me, the compromise of edge retention, durability, and hardness is too much for a land-based EDC.

[@CommonCentsOutdoorsman]

I truly believe all knives have a place but I think I would send this one to the Island for Misfit Knives first. Thanks for the KRV!

[@MrScottPhillips]

To me, the is sort of in the same philosophy of a tactical knife as the Al Mar Eagle Ultralight. It's not going to be the best defensive knife in the world, but it's small enough and thin enough to where you can easily carry this knife every day. Cool knife, great review. Thanks nutn!

[@envenomator1]

Glad to see more knife reviews out there Nutn! My wallet's been itching to drain itself of some cash lol!

[@juliusgonzo7527]

Actually, a great looking light weight knife. BUT, I guess the slider for the lock-back issue is a problem for me, (assuming it's your only blade), because you never know when this or any knife MAY need to be for emergency tactical purposes. If I'm rollin' multiple knives though, this looks perfect.

[@realg787]

Weird coincidence that I had just looked up that Lighting OTF on his channel earlier today and he makes a video using it as a comparison

[@GuNSm0k333]

Nutn finally get to see that emerson wave awesome, my edc as of 2014 subject to change ha keep up with these competitive options you rock

[@mlkjml]

I have own one of those spyderco salt for 2 years and I have it in my pocket every week in the pool not a sign of rust on it

[@eddieking2976]

Lighting has a dagger blade now. Weight 3.8 ounces as compared to the regular 4 ounces.

[@MrBrandonHP]

Love the freakin videos Nutn! You rock as always!

[@MrAgisma]

Just got a SOG Vulcan Tanto and I love it, I'm looking into maybe some more SOGs but ehhh idk this knife looks more like a toy that'll break too easily

[@hunterd78]

dude, the lightning, so good. had mine for years. camo handle, partially serrated blade. think mine came from knifezilla.

[@SamFisher1957]

I liked it tell it broke but it took 2 years to break over the two years the screws came lose over the years. Still love SOG so much that I replace the sim Jim with a trident but would never buy the sim Jim again. It also had lite rust even with oiling over time.

[@dobermansnp]

Hi Nutn!! Great vid man!!! You could make a video about the compet options about your 05 or 10 choices to edc knifes hum???!!! Think bout it my friend!! Cheers and take care!!

[@tugknight]

I am trying to like this knife. I consistently have an issue with the assisted opening system that fails to assist. Like the idea, love the size, but it's not reliable. It will be a great blade in my office.

[@crushed1126]

That knife opens so easy it came open in my pocket. That knife bites. Sorry nuttin love your channel

[@winshtfillbrdy5895]

I just bought an Aogami Super Blue Endura. It is amazingly sharp and thin also. I was just wondering what your opinion is on that steel and ZDP-189. Thanks again...

[@Saw_Squatch]

Hows the ergonomics of the grip, I feel like something that thin could dig into some big meaty hands like mine pretty quick?

[@christianvaldez5121]

Nutnfancy! You should check out the HK Nitro blitz by benchmade! Its only 2.7 ounces, g10 assisted opening with 154 cm steel, and its a 3.5 inch blade

[@colbyparsons5971]

hey nutn, I know that this is not related to the vid. But can you do a review of a black rain ordnance ar-15? They make really cool ar-15s and I also hear that there near indestructible.

[@Mwaves7857]

It's not for me but the Slim Jim concept would be a good conceal knife and a good light backpack knife. I still love the SOG Trident as my EDC though. I've had the Trident 4 years now and learned about it from Nutn. But it's about time for a new knife I think.

[@potatoheadhaoy]

Essentially, this is an assisted higonokami with a locking mechanism. Cool.

[@departed402]

First off, thank God you finally got the Wave Endura. Review that ASAP! Second, no Al Mar Eagle for length and width comparison?!

[@DLAdventures2]

I was thinking Al Mar Eagle light weight as soon as the video started.

[@DLAdventures2]

Great competitive options brings up a question I have for you. Kershaw is brining Emerson designs at a value price to the market. Do you thing that high end knife designers are finally noticing the pint up demand for their designs at lower price points? You have addressed this issue in the project in the past, was wondering what your thoughts are on the subject now. Enjoyed the review as always, the TNP knife clinic started my sickness....

[@HotboiEngineering]

How much is the large version? I love this thing. I want it. So many uses for it.

[@CallmeDaBreeze1971]

Digging the SlimJim! I like the blade shape, and it's thin size and light weight would make this a very comfortable to carry blade for me. I like lock-backs and could live with the slide lock. Sold. BTW, I don't care for Spyderco's. I just don't like the looks of them.

[@thedefinitive6296]

Wow you really went to work on the blade reviews! I appreciate it! The knife show is what brought me to TNP in the first place. I agree with you on the Slim Jims. I'm really impressed with the thinness and if you just want a completely invisible knife, it's hard to beat. For me, I'm not sure I'd buy one. There are plenty of other blades I'd rather have for the money. Also, I'm not sure about the whole slide lock thing. I think it'd be ok as you just apply pressure in front of the pivot instead. To be honest, main the thing keeping me from buying are the looks lol. Just not feelin' this one. But I do think it's a very impressive blade and it's cool for what it does.

[@jeracci]

hey nutn I am looking for a replacement to my skyline btw loved that knife. My problem is I work with a powder that can be a health hazard. I need a handle that does not attract grit or small particles. Would you say this would be the best steel handled pocket knife available for its EDC use and weight.

[@AnthonieMusic]

Hi nut'n, I really need some advice. I need a new EDC knife but only have about $40. (South African economy blows) I'm definitely leaning towards assisted opening, and it has to be quite concealable. I really don't like that lock system on the SlimJim but so far its it. Thanks if you can help. Love your vids.

[@johnhenry7083]

Nice blades I want a couple. You have not mentioed your leg how is it doing better I hope.

[@gascat100]

Well I just accidentally ordered this off of amazon... ask me how I did this, not sure. Kinda of happy I did though.

[@joshvaldez9234]

Nutn. You really need to check out the cold steel war craft tanto knifes they have a 7 inch and a 12 inch one that just came out. I know you're friends with the cool dudes at cold steel. Maybe they can send you one of each for testing. The really awesome thing about them is there made from 3V steel. With there zero° quenching. I would love to see how they preform before I buy one. You were so impressed with the 3V steel in the servive knifes that you reviewed that you put your name on a few. By the way your limited tanatious I think it was. Well one was sold on ebay for somewhere around 160 bucks. Anyways keep the awesome reviews coming and I'll keep watching. Thanks

[@gun00b]

This knife seems like an awesome knife to get people into getting an EDC together. What's the excuse not to carry one of these fine blades? Great price point, great utility usage. You could use it to defend yourself as a last ditch weapon. Pure genius.

[@circularfile2009]

My POU would be a backup to my Aegis EDC and put it in my padfolio :) Office gig dress cloths.

[@2JEWS1PENNY]

I actually bought these two exact knives from nutn. They are good blades!

[@KyleLeeWoyote]

Wonder if they could work that SlimJim out in a frame lock?

[@bladecrazy13]

Love the krv's Nutn please keep it up! Been a TNPr for over a year and my wallet does not thank you! Thanks for all the help Have a few blades I'd like your opinion on if you get the time? Love to hear your thoughts on them. Rock on!!!

[@citadelfirearmsinstitute1712]

wow, SOG needs to feed that Slim Jim so steel....! That is wicked thing...

[@guerrette86841]

nutn you should review the Kershaw blur s30v

[@squee116]

I was just looking for an assisted opener!

[@MyBikeIsMyPersonality]

For my hand and what I like to do, I carry Benchmade Osborne Axis or Benchmade Barrage - Warn. I prefer Axis locks for EDC and then have a Cold Steel Rajah II as one of my only lockbacks that I use as an emergency bush / oh shit knife. Just my $.02

[@socketman]

What did they fix on the flashback? I just got rid of mine...

[@hawkeyen4cer]

Loved this knife at first until the bar that locks snapped in half... Tried to contact sog to get it fixed and no response... So yea good knife until it breaks

[@glockfan112]

Nutn is there any decent D2 knives (preferably folders) under $50?

[@bugaljuice]

dude. whats up with these and the saturation of oil all over them?

[@TopLineGear]

I bought one of these when they were first available. I'm fairly good at working the thumb stud on most knives to open them one handed. This one was impossible for me. Also, if you try to open the knife manually by grabbing the blade….i would say it springs out toward your hand so fast it's scary. I sent it back to the seller for a refund. Sorry Nuttin!