Spyderco Tenacious - Overview and Review

[@metal_complex]

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[@houstonmalakai2889]

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[@diegotrace3997]

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[@diegotrace3997]

@Houston Malakai Glad I could help =)

[@redneckmetalhead1931]

the only issues I've had with mine after a lottle over 2 years, is that it's no longer centered, and the action isn't as fast as it should be. I've cleaned the entire knife and watched your centering video countless times, followed your instructions to a T, and still can't seem to work out those two kinks. It stays relatively sharp for about a week, before i have to resharpen it, but it gets used heavily. Any suggestions as to how i can remedy my issues, MC?

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

This one is about 2 years old. In good condition because it hasn't seen much pocket time. My Spyderco experience went out of order. Instead of going Tenacious first, I went Chaparral, Manix, PM2, Delica then Tenacious. Still a great intro knife for somebody who doesn't want to start in the $100 range. Thanks for the shout-out.

[@chrissexton6634]

Same love my manix 2. Buy t the light weight version of the tenacious is really nice I think.

[@georgemorley1029]

“You used an ABNORMAL brain?!?!”

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

@@georgemorley1029 - Abby someone

[@jasonsanchez0]

Thanks for sending this in. Just picked one up after getting a deal on it while buying some other goodies. Been wanting to try a spiderco without breaking the bank and needed to see why this was priced well.

[@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess]

My first and still favorite knife was the Delica 4. Not because it's the best Spyderco knife but it feits me and fit my hand like a glove. Then I got the Byrd Robin 2 I luv both of them

[@Houskeepeen]

I’m 12 this will be my second knife ever bc I was at cabelkas and my dad told me to pick knife for bday so in 14 days I will have thid

[@N.Z67]

Put it to good use and stay safe bro.

[@Soulcubb]

I was like 10 when I got my first knife we were camping and my uncle let me use his kershaw blur and then when we left he said I could just keep it

[@drdoof9252]

This is the most pure comment ive seen on KZbin , i hope you still have it and enjoy it dawg be safe💪🏼

[@Microfiber_Muncher]

I love this comment, keep up the good work and welcome to the hobby!

[@johnmcnick411]

@@Soulcubb we lived the same life

[@calligrapher2157]

Bought one last week I used it as an emergency can opener to open up a tin can top. It stayed sharp no dings, scratches or chips. Overall I’m real impressed with the quality of this budget knife

[@dannyt6798]

Like so many before me and so many to come, Tenacious was my first solid quality knife as I transitioned from the infamous flee market knives in the infancy of my knife guydom to the matured, seasoned knife guy I am today. Nice shot of nostalgia, Complex.

[@wenomechainasama6161]

Same, i used to only use Gerber 🤮

[@twatsone6030]

@@wenomechainasama6161 what’s wrong with gerber?

[@repitatl]

@@twatsone6030 Old American Gerber is great. China Gerber not so much..

[@wowguy3562]

I bought a Tenacious about a month ago, and have been sitting here opening and closing it hundreds of times a day. It didn't open really easily with the thumb flick so I added a little oil, but it turns out I start hearing a humming noise as I open and close the tenacious. This is probably after 5000 times opening and closing, sort of the sound of a swing set going backwards and forward, I tried a little more oil it helped but was still there and still not buttery smooth. Well I gave a shot of Ballistol in the pivot and the sounds disappeared and the knife flew open and dropped shut with a small shake, this was a 100% improvement. I just thought I would pass on my luck with Ballistol, it works for me and everything I shoot or cut

[@over-educated-sp]

😂😂😂 I GOT MINE TWO WERKS AGO, AND I’M DOING THE EXACT SAME THING!

[@QWill02]

Hello! Took your advice and purchased the tenacious; received it in the mail today! Looking forward to using it.

[@bigd2829]

I have the all black version and I just bought another one in the satin finish. I absolutely love this knife and it’s really all I carry. I’ve used for cutting through thick pallet straps to breaking down cardboard and still virtually no blade play. Solid knife. My dream Spyderco would be a pm3 but that may be in the future. I love this knife so much I really don’t have a huge desire/need for the pm3 and it’s harder steel but would be a nice one to carry for lighter and more repetitive cutting tasks like breaking down cardboard.

[@LobsterRavioli]

I bought one a few years back, I haven’t regretted it. Once it breaks in, it’s a beast.

[@Killlerbee]

Your first impression is ALSO mine. I am encouraged to try one of them, especially since it wont break the bank. BTW I watch ALL your videos, LOL!

[@metal_complex]

😊👍

[@theariesexperiment4642]

Yep. This bad boy was my first Spyderco. Then I got the Para2. Then the Manix. Oddly,...I went for the Tenacious on EDC. It was just what my hand preferred. The Tenacious is a really underrated blade in its price point. Great cutting geometry. Decent edge retention. Easy to re-sharpen. An absolute WORKHORSE to be a made un China blade. DO NOT let that push you away. Now if it has a weakness??? I'd say the tip strength. But as long as you don't try to break it,....it wont. It's easily a 9 outta 10. The price is incredible for how much knife your getting. And concerning the T6 hardware stripping?? I've disassembled mine many many times for cleaning and it's never been an issue.

[@mikewhite255]

Just picked one of these up and my first impressions are wow , this is a ton of positive for the price . First Spyderco and I'm really kind of blown away at the in hand feel and the fit and finish for 42 dollars it's stupidly nice , feels great in the hand , action right out of the box is excellent and the factory edge is hair shaving sharp which is not something I expected. This will be the first of many Spyderco for my collection as I am an instant convert from not liking the looks to actually handling one and seeing why beauty is also function . Now to get ahold of a native 5 😁 that's next .

[@Wcquick]

Good review and comparison video for the Spyderco Tenacious, popular model, I bought the Tenacious Lightweight model in August 2024 for about $70 USA delivered. It is reasonably priced for a high quality EDC knife

[@uglyfb9133]

Damn I had the exact opposite feeling. I was drawn to the aesthetics of the tenacious when getting into edc knives

[@Soulcubb]

Yeah I got the black and green one and it is a beautiful knife I love it

[@chasemarquez7620]

Same

[@michaelmartin4883]

This is a great knife bought mine six year's ago as a cheap work knife i didn't mind ruining,feels good in the hand and has become a loved knife to me still looks and perfms today.

[@johnnywatson4914]

I just got this knife. Its my everyday knife now. I love it.

[@Soulcubb]

I just ordered mine offline I’m going to get it tomorrow I’m excited

[@badger129]

Been looking for a Spyreco but there are so many and the price vary alot, this might be my first one just to try it out!

[@RbgHebrew1]

Yeah that’s right I paid 65$

[@tommylundy2495]

Paid 50 euros.. Can't wait

[@cavalry1213]

It’s not worth it for the steel you get. 8CR13MOV is a steel that’s barely adequate or barely inadequate. If you can stretch to the $70(ish) price point you can get the Delica. Better steel, better scales and a nicer knife, honestly. Or you can spend the same amount of money on a Civivi Elementum and get D2.

[@kimgodwin3284]

I’m about to get one for Father’s Day. First one, figured I’d test the waters before I go expensive. EDC Enjoyed the video.

[@pegcity4eva]

I have one with Brown scales and a black blade. Got it from Amazon for about 65 bucks ten years ago. Great purchase.

[@SirMactheSac]

This is my first spyderco and honestly I only bought it because of the wranglerstar pm3 video, I wanted to try the hype and for once the hype is fully deserved.

[@robertm8401]

First Spyderco I handled as well, but I couldn't stand the China print on the blade and went for the Manix2 as my first Spydie. 😁

[@Johnny641]

Great review. Really glad you didn't bag on the 8cr, which seems to be in vogue with other reviewers that cut cardboard all day, I also don't have any probs with it on it's little brother the Persistence. My only gripe is the clip, much prefer wire clip on my Para 3 LW.

[@chrissexton6634]

Have the manix 2 lw with the same clip would have been better for the tenacious lw.

[@Soulcubb]

Ima just go without a clip once I get mine

[@mitchwells4990]

I just bought the tenacious about 3 hours ago I'm a Benchmade man myself and I wasn't too sure about the spider go but after playing with it for the last couple hours I'm going in to get the pm2 tomorrow I don't care if it is $180 now will they replace Benchmade I doubt it but there's no doubt this is a fine blade and it cost me 50 bucks

[@basbas63]

I like the video and the Tenacious love. I feel like many miss out on so much because of 8CR13MOV fear. Mine is 7 years old and still kicking. The centering isn't perfect anymore and it begins to feel a bit old but it still performs fine really. I went to an Ontario Rat 1 D2 for the D2 hype but I am gravitating towards the Tenacious again. Even if it dulls a bit it usually still feels better in use than the Rat 1, blade geometry is one hell of a thing. And, the handle on the Tenacious is just on another level. Besides that, I love how it looks. But, imagine a Tenacious with VG10 or something. I would be over the moon!

[@czenkusm]

I just bought a Tenacious with the partial serrated blade in black with the green G10. I started getting into knives last year but haven’t gotten any spyderco knives, they’ve always looked weird to me.

[@snakemonkey555]

I just picked this up and it seems the action has a stop in the middle of the opening action, not as smooth as yours. Any advise on how to make the opening action smooth. Thanks. BTW just subbed, great content and very informative.

[@chrisrodriguez4139]

@2:50 I have both of those in my pocket as I’m watching this. I keep these two on me at all times when I’m at work

[@Twiceborn_by_grace]

Thanks for the pm2 size comparison. The tenacious is my only Spyderco and I’m hoping to get a pm2 soon. And I just thought it would be WAY bigger than what it actually is.

[@Tiger24kicks]

Just picked up one 20 minutes ago at my Walmart. It's a nice quality knife.

[@Elohimshomri3]

I didn’t know you could get these at Walmart

[@cdigman]

They’re on clearance now at Walmart for 25 bucks! Got one yesterday.

[@dylanepperson4524]

I want to get a spyderco the tenacious is in my price range right now but not in the size of knives I prefer would love to hear your thoughts also want your thoughts of the benchmade 8600 Bedlam

[@rhonda837]

4 sizes in the family.

[@Dannyv1987]

I just got a spyderco tenacious my knife is really stiff I csnt flick my blade like that how can I fix that problem so it will close like yours

[@9770G]

hi i just recieved my tenacious but i want to change the position of the clip for the knife so i can change it to blade up and in my opposite pocket. which tool does the tenacious need to unscrew the clip into a different position

[@darkru8913]

A torx bit, likely a T6. Sorry I am a little late

[@9770G]

@@darkru8913 ok no worries i actually havent been carrying my knife since i got it because the clip came literally the complete opposite from what i wanted haha. but i will buy a torx bit t6. thank u

[@b4idie2]

This was indeed my first Spyderco! Got it about 3 years ago at Walmart for $37.00!!! Awesome Channel!!! 😎👍⚔️⚔️⚔️⚔️⚔️⚔️

[@RbgHebrew1]

Damn shame because it’s 2020 and i had to pay double that because it’s so sold out

[@yankee2yankee216]

I recently got a Tenacious, with M4 blade steel, which is an extreme bargain for $120.00! However, my copy has a little problem. When I tighten the pivot enough to center the blade, it goes stiff and doesn’t flick or fall shut very well. When I loosen it enough to flick easily, it goes way off center. I will probably center it and settle for stiff action. Otherwise this is a great knife at a great price.

[@christianhaykus452]

The tenacious was my first spyderco as well. I bought it because people said it was a great one to start off with. So needless to say I bought one and I actually liked the way this one looked. Because yeah the other ones are ugly they are ugly lol. I do love spyderco now and im about to get chest beep in some.

[@benjaminhamel4203]

cant decide if i want the tenacious or the civivi elementum for a first knife, any suggestions?

[@kylegordon1520]

I love my tenacious. Would highly recommend it. In my opinion, Spyderco is more reputable than WE Knives but they're both good.

[@chrisflamion2283]

Looking at both knives myself, it’s been 2years, what do you recommend?

[@ripkej77]

my first spyderco i picked up was the PM2 and picked this one up for the heck of it and its nice for sure but the PM2 is my my EDC and haven't found a replacment for it.

[@Jaysedc]

Just bought his knife an also bought the titanium scales to go on it with blue screws an blue back spacer

[@SmolStufff]

Maybe I'm the only one but I genuinely dislike liner/ framelocks. To me a bent piece of steel or titanium is one of the least elegant solutions to lock a knife. When that system puts your fingers directly in the blades' path it irks me even more. For me it's plunge lock> compression lock> linerlock. I'm still waiting for protech to make my perfect knife. The mordax is getting very close though.

[@gw9189]

I have this knife and many others. I really like it, once it’s broken in its great. Spyderco does a great job with that steel. If I only $50 doll hairs to spend on a knife this would be the one.

[@brokcen2748]

When i got mine in late 2019 mine still had red loctite in it.

[@jayn8392]

Yeah, just got one last bight and it had the red on it too.

[@mfreeman313]

It's absolutely true that you often have to handle a Spyderco before you get it. I thought they looked weird, but I got a UK Penknife in LC200N because I thought it would make a great fishing knife. I worked the action a few times and boom, I understood. Yeah, the Tenacious is in 8Cr. I. Don't. Care. To me it's a good-to-great EDC knife period full stop. I would compare it to my other two faves in this class, the Badlands Vagabond and the Taiga. It hasn't quite got the stylishness of the Vagabond or the sturdiness of the Taiga-it's a blend of those two qualities. It's not good for the price. It's good period.

[@achimgeist5185]

The new Tenacious M4 with a CPM M4 blade is really a great knife. The production quality is very good, Made in China stands more and more for good quality.

[@sinjon]

I really wish they’d make this in D2 or BD1N. Loved my tenacious but it doesn’t get pocket time any more in favor of higher end knives. Great knife to get your feet wet with a real knife however.

[@edctoolbox9394]

Well, I guess this is going to be my first "full size" Spyderco too, just contacted a seller for one, So far I only have the mini slipjoint spyderco trio, but I always wanted a full sized locking one. What I don't understand how you find them ugly, I generally really dislike modern knife designs, as I mainly collect tradicional ones, but Spyderco are the only modern knife design I actually find pretty and most of all ergonomic, There's a few french designs, like the Deejo and Claude Dozorme Frame/Liner lock knives and there's a few other modern designs I like.

[@beckmanchilds756]

That’s good you don’t find them ugly. But they are. At least from a random person’s point of view. It’s just different from the typical person’s point of view when compared to ‘typical’ pocket knives. I didn’t like the look at first but now I own a couple of them and I don’t mind at all. Will def get more in the future

[@dereksilva1523]

1:59 that is exactly what I said. I now regret it cuz I bought a Kershaw Emerson cqc 5k, which is a fine knife but now I really want a spyderco for some reason.

[@lr2119]

Bro same I bought a blur but now I want this one. Thinking about returning that one and switching haha

[@BolsteredBlades]

I preordered the Tenatious & I'm thinking this new one is "lite" because of the scales. Not liking the scales much but seeing if it grows on me. If not I may return it or just turn it into a mod. This was going to be my first Spyderco but before it came I purchased a used Manix 2 from a guy on Instagram selling to raise money for a child with an illness. It came first & in great condition! Plus at over half the price...couldn't pass it up! Maybe that's why I'm a bit disappointed in the Tenatious. 😼

[@rickkerans8485]

That was a good review on a basic Spyderco knife. I actually got it in a trade. I like the knife. It is a good slicer and definitely not a hard use knife. I have seen everyone use blue loctite on all the screws what is the advantage of purple loctite?? I assume you have a link to it if you reply to the question and I decide to get it.

[@metal_complex]

Purple loctite is slightly less powerful than blue, and is what a lot of people use on handle screws because they tend to be a smaller head. So there's less risk of stripping. I'll add some to my Amazon store under "knife maintenance" (link in description) 🙂

[@cavalry1213]

I get why they do it, but Spyderco needs to knock it off with their pocket clips. They need to make them deep carry. Especially the PM2, Para 3, Shaman, their higher end models. The Para 3 lightweight has a deep carry wire clip, why not just make the clip on the PM 2 or something deep carry?

[@dantem5228]

Only because I love hearing your opinions and even though others have done it... Can you please do a Byrd Raven 2 VS Tenacious comparison. The Raven 2 for me was SIGNIFICANTLY better. Also "forward finger choil goodness" :D

[@Abby_Normal_1969]

Dante - I agree. I much prefer BD1. And the forward choil is makes all the difference.

[@1337flite]

One shitty thing about the Tenacious is the washers are exposed through the unused pocket clip holes on the blade end - so crap including small abrasive crap e.g. sand can get in there and scratch those little washers up.

[@Errcyco]

It’s incredibly hard to dull one. Proof of how important geometry is over all else 👆

[@jacobelliott7213]

I was debating between getting a D2 rat and a tenacious, but after seeing this, I’m definitely dead set on the tenacious!

[@jayn8392]

I always thought they were ugly too but they have recently started to grow on me. I want to pick up a Manix or para 2/3 at some point. I have carried a Benchmade Emmisary every day for the last few years but need something a bit more substantial sometimes as my Emissary is an amazing, but somewhat thinner blade stock with a very fine tip that I worry about breaking off sometimes.

[@LarsRibe]

I have the Endura (great kitchen knife but a bit big for EDC) the Cat (great Sunday carry) I had the Manix2 (awesome but stupendous expensive here in EU so I was scared to use it) I have the cheap Byrd Harrier2 in 8cr and it's an almost perfect EDC beater - just needs a bit more 'umpf' (and the Bird hole is hideous!) Now I ordered the Tenacius. That might be the one.

[@catherineb5]

I was hikeing up a hill with some freinds just founde one picked it up and i have one now.

[@joshingle8532]

Just ordered y first spyderco ever, a tenacious, from bladehq. Can’t wait to see what it’s like!

[@smithy2402]

I Just Bought This Knife, It's Arriving Tomorrow... AND IT BETTER BE GOOD BUDDY !!!☘☘☘

[@davidespada01]

can you review the Spyderco Resilience and the Native Chief great channel 👍

[@5678344]

Great info Just got my tenacious 👍🏻

[@noahgreen5200]

A SAS buddy of mine has one of these that he got in Afghanistan and he still uses it to this day

[@adrianince245]

Awesome knife... just got the one with FRN scales...imo better than G10

[@Kos1067]

Im looking at a Spiderco tenacious right now I carry the Kershaw link 1776

[@infin1ty850]

I feel the exact same way about Spiderco knives, but I'm still going to order this one to see if I like them. They are ugly as hell, but people just keep recommending them.

[@justapatrolman4246]

Do you still need an Espada? I forgot to get back with you about that.

[@metal_complex]

Yes please! You have Instagram?

[@justapatrolman4246]

@@metal_complex Nope. But my wife does. I used hers to message you a couple weeks ago. Just forgot to get back with you.

[@smithy2402]

SMITH Just Had His Spyderco Tenacious Knife Delivered There, And He Absolutely LOVES IT... He Is Now Moving Around His Living Room With The Knife Opened And Out At Full Arms Length, Whilst Saying... 'I'LL CUT YOU... I'LL CUT YOU MAN'... ☘☘☘

[@johnmwalker5774]

I wish they would at least go to BD1N on these to separate it more from the Byrd models which are quite comparable if not better in some regards

[@Johnny641]

I have the smaller version the persistence and honestly 8CR is good enough, I do have a Para 3 LW and I can't see Spydi changing up the steel on the budget models as this would be in conflict with more pricer knives in the range.

[@mikefiles2087]

Look at the polestar

[@elfguy2007]

Well now I'm buying this knife thanks.

[@KinuGrove]

I plan to get this knife. I feel the same way you did they are ugly but so many people love them and it must be for a good reason.

[@juanmelendez8650]

The Tenacious looks like an excellent budget-friendly knife. However I’m a bit skeptical that’s it’s made in China because that can open up doors for clones.

[@metal_complex]

The tenacious has been around for a very long time. While I'm sure clones exist, they haven't made much traction. This model is fairly safe in that territory

[@Clambelly]

Absolutely great knife. Too bad it is not all that pocket friendly compared to Kershaw Leek which is the easiest, smoothest, slimmest pocket friendly knife. Tenacious is definitely a great folder. Got 2 !

[@danielschmidtke9213]

I like the Blur currently. Seems to be a nice compromise between the Leek and the Tenacious. All 3 knives are good knives for the money though.

[@dereksteele2284]

I like the feel of the leek, but that spring operation on it, made me not want to carry one anymore. I had to take it completely apart about once a month and clean it really good, so it would operate like it's supposed to do. I've bought the spyderco native 5 since then, and been carrying it for 3 years now. It's more expensive, but it's alot better knife

[@hopsngore]

just got one for $20 at a yard sale type thing.

[@bob8488]

Normally, when I go out, I'd carry my K-Bar. However, since I want to avoid prison, I carry a Tenacious.

[@az-chris1136]

Spydercos are weird and ugly? Weird, maybe. Ugly . . . DEFINITELY NOT. Leaf blades are gorgeous in virtually every iteration.

[@theknifeguy9513]

Looking to get one, this sealed the deal

[@theknifeguy9513]

@ablackprep I need to change my profile pic

[@herofx2881]

bought it today cant wait ^^

[@unspokenghost8222]

Mine squeals brand new, tried breaking it in but just won't go away😭😂

[@KingKsEDC]

People hate on 8cr but when it's a Spyderco it gets a pass? That really annoys me when ppl do that. Yes Spyderco probably has better QC than most brands but still.

[@brose04008]

MC, you unprincipled scoundrel. How can you turn your back on the Manix?!? Next livestream we are going to have to superchat you one!

[@metal_complex]

Lol 😅

[@biggieBoy84]

This is currently $90 plus tax in Canada. That should be criminal for an 8cr blade.

[@rrivera5983]

You sharp this knife the edge don't last long disappointed

[@RbgHebrew1]

You need a leather strap and only few passes over an Arkansas stone

[@ronstoner1823]

I also think Spyderco knives are weird and ugly. I bought the Spyderco Tenacious lightweight. I really like it.

[@pmq6645]

Spyderco said they have changed the loctite to something more disassemble-able, but many shops, distributors still have old red loctited Spydercos, so if you're watching this in 2030, don't worry

[@babyreps365]

yeah steel snobs crack me up if it's a nice knife buy it.

[@posmaster22]

You want that spine sharp. It's usefull.

[@rhonda837]

d2 can be a down grade they say the rats cut better with the aus8.

[@metal_complex]

Eh... there's some seriously conflicting information out there. I have A LOT of experience with the D2 Rat, and it does great.

[@rhonda837]

different companies have different heat treatments and hrc. there are a few guys on u tube doing testing like sssteve etc.

[@metal_complex]

@@rhonda837 I'm aware. Some of them are in our pass around group.

[@rhonda837]

47 ft. d2 121 ft. aus8 rat 1

[@runetorshammare2972]

I miss mine. Always had it on me but the cops took it lol

[@sipsimies1588]

Dude spydercos are fucking sexy as shit, except the super "ergonomic" looking ones

[@bladez4200]

This knife used to be 25$ now it’s 60$ that’s crazy also the delica and Endera went up to 90$ I would never buy a 60 $ China produced knife

[@1prepared943]

Great vid

[@chasemarquez7620]

I always thought the spydercos looked the coolest lol

[@BennyBladez-]

Lol first time I saw a Spyderco I thought the exact same thing. That’s ugly but then I held one.

[@PaulMoorhousehankooks]

I love my tenacious

[@rrivera5983]

I broke that knife cutting a thick ziptie

[@taylorsessions4143]

I can say that I've never picked up a Spyderco because they look weird and ugly. I may have to give this a shot!

[@fredbear7561]

Well I want thankyou I was actually wanting one of these untill I heard one word (Chinese). Now I dont!

[@metal_complex]

Try the manix 2, pm2, para 3, shaman, native 5 etc. All US made.

[@Haffblud]

I have this

[@Admodeus]

I just can't get past how awful it looks.

[@deykno87]

🤡🤡🤡🤡

[@gvoluto2816]

a Amazon B.........🤮