Top 10 EDC Fixed Blades Under $100 That Are Worth Your Time

[@bronco1199]

I never get tired of this genre.

[@CharlesJeske-lm8pd]

Great description of knives featured

[@HamidShibataBennett]

My Joker Pantera has 1.4116 steel… I know it’s a budget steel, but I love the knife… out of the box it was superbly sharp and it’s easy to sharpen.

[@ShimomuraTakezoWong]

No.4 will be my choice, thanks for the video.

[@timtitus2532]

More More More. Very good review. Thanks

[@Colton1776]

Dude this was an amazingly informative video.

[@Stassa23]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! 🍻🍻

[@andreusegui8675]

Nieto knives are really awesome .I love them.

[@alexandregraulle607]

It's nice to make a video about cheap knifes. We forget they are easier to use. You're not afraid to do what you have to do. And you are not afraid to loose them. ^^ Okay, they are not perfect. That is not some space steel. But it's not some showcases knifes.

[@deandavenport4907]

My EDC lately has been the Buck 113 Ranger. Fantastic little knife with a hollow ground edge. Very pointy and came hair-popping sharp. Granted, it's not something you'd want to baton through wood, but it also won't bind while cutting through thicker items. It's great for feather sticks and the large belly makes for great push cuts. Made in the USA! Buck also brought back the old Ebony wood handles. Current price is around $89.99.

[@Madman6505]

Thanks, I appreciate all the effort you put into your videos so we can buy the best knives!

[@evansmoak7182]

I have been a huge fan of Joker fixed blades; their quality/value is exceptional. I've struggled to find other Spanish knives of similar quality & price point. Thanks for bringing those last two Spanish knives to my attention.

[@c62west]

Thanks!

[@Stassa23]

Oh wow thank you for the super thanks and it is always my pleasure to do videos for you guys and girls 🍻🍻

[@LeadPhalanx-zv6wx]

I just bought today 2 edc three inch blade knives for 10$ a piece.. I do like your choices as well

[@EtotheFnD]

Thanks stassa...you're the best

[@razorbackss]

That Grillos a gorgeous little knife, unfortunately like everything else we get screwed on the price here in Australia with some retailers selling these for up to $200 😑

[@brokeboytactical4397]

I've actually heard this why do you guys pay so much for knives?

[@Stassa23]

@@razorbackss wow that is crazy man I hate hearing this, we get hit with a bunch of money for medical bills every year. What about knives from Australia do you still pay a bunch or is it just imported knives

[@Stassa23]

@@enwin1912 yeah that’s the same thing Pete from Cedric and Ada said about the prices. Glad you enjoy the content and I appreciate your support 🍻🍻

[@Costlee_14m]

Why is that though is it just because it’s expensive to ship all the way out to you?

[@willdabeast74]

I highly enjoyed your video. Probably the best review video I've watched. Honest opinions, well explained, and actually tested. Well done Sir. 👍👍

[@frankmorris4790]

The Loveless designed Schrade PRO HUNTER is my EDC, for the last twenty years. Around 50 bucks. the littel buggr has parted out several deer an elk and a bear, in addition to all manner of general ranch work.

[@MrCaissed]

I just went through your store and bought the very last one you reviewed by Nieto I just emailed you about getting a small fixed blade and out this Video came. I have the Kizer Smolt in 3v and I’m happy with it so since I trust your reviews I ordered it come July 15-20. I’m still looking for a small fixed blade with Bohler m390 or another super steel. The Ankylo is a very sturdy folding knife. I’m glad you recommended it and I absolutely love that knife. It’s in one of my pockets daily and that Elmax steel is tough, reminds me of my reverse tux padre’ in Vanax steel is a very tough knife and I love it!!

[@Madman6505]

It's a premium price, but the TJ Shwarz overland sport is outstanding, and it's in magnacut

[@paullambert4445]

Both The Nito knives look really good. The Spanish make great knives for a good price. I’ve been carrying a Joker slip joint for the last month or so and love it. Thanks 🎸🔪

[@Wyrm_Hero]

My man, Spanish mo-va steel is rock solid. Trust me

[@npenick66]

I bought that Kubey chopper based on one of your earlier vids. I intended it to just be a garage beater but I've really taken a liking to it for the around the house chores. Not a fan of the sheath but the knife has been very good, especially for the price. Good for opening packages, breaking down cardboard and has been very good for cutting all the zip ties that those evil toy company bastages use to rivet every toy into the boxes.

[@tylertapp131]

Good stuff, awesome lineup, wish there were more guys doin sub $100 lineups. Seems like everyone wants to talk about all the 100/200 plus linesup. Personally one of my favorites for edc over the past couple years has still been the "Le Duck" 😂 by outdoor knives. It's been a great little knife, hardly know you're even carrying it and actually came stupid sharp.

[@ryanholloway5576]

This was a great lil video lots of bangers!

[@mightymik3yb1008]

I think heat treatment is far more important than being a steel snob.

[@bunyan6101]

To a point. You can’t polish a turd

[@cal593]

The guy who made magna cut steel also said blade geometry matters more than alloy

[@outdoorsythings2573]

Maybe it's a combination of steels, heat treat, blade geometry, and the edge. Personally I like a high carbon steel, with a good heat treat. Bps knifes, esee, cold steel ( older ones ) 1095 with a good heat treat is awesome. 1066 is nice.

[@southfloridaarcheryguy114]

@@cal593Amen, brother.

[@MassimoStimolo4202]

​@@outdoorsythings2573Anche l'acciaio svedese non è male. Il Sandvick 12c27 e il 14c28n hanno una discreta tenuta del filo, si affilano facilmente come il 1095 e in più sono inossidabili.

[@mikevega7740]

Like the nieto knives

[@chrismason9217]

Thank you for taking the time to test these knives and show them to us 🙏🏼

[@Capthowdy098]

That Kubey Aiden (cleaver) is a nice-looking little knife. I am a sucker for a cleaver shape.

[@katanasmith]

1.4116 steel used for many kitchen knives. It's pretty good with the right heat treatment. Cold steel does it very well.

[@rman713]

Awesome video! The Nieto knives look intriguing

[@jasonbeecher509]

I'm going to look at the camper one it looks handy

[@mikelychock0310]

Great review, very informative and good visuals.

[@Stassa23]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@timothyruth4980]

Hey. Yet another awesome post! Very interesting and informative to be sure. I especially learn a lot as you discuss the various 'cut' profiles and specifically how that effects performance. ✨😺

[@vegpwrshlominator1873]

Love those grillos, thank you for the video

[@olafkliemt1145]

the entire recent Eafengrow fixed blade line EF130 to EF147 are awesome and have been tested by several knife channels.

[@Stassa23]

@@olafkliemt1145 yeah I’ve tested two of them on the channel they are just a little heavy for the way I like to carry them but other than that they are ok

[@ojibwayinca8487]

This is a genuinely helpful video. Thank you very much.

[@abbeybremner4162]

I use a Neito chaman for hunting. Beautiful knives for the $. The bohler steel is ok and easy to steel up in the bush

[@TheDaveDryden]

Nieto have some good offerings, I recommend looking at the terrano in the flat grind if you like full size Bushcraft/camp knives. It's really well done ✌️

[@ReadyUpGo]

Good job on your in depth reviews. I watch things like this for design ideas with the ultimate goal of making something that suits all of my personal requirements and tastes. Not everyone can make a knife but most people can hire a maker to create a knife from drawings and specs that they choose. I guess I’m just a beginner knife maker promoting the custom knife making business.

[@bluefluteman]

Excellent video review! Thank you Sir

[@BlueSun4886]

My favorite EDC fixed-blade knife is the Ghost Knife from BoneTactical. It is a budget range (about $40.00) NPE knife that comes with a neck sheath & paracord that has a barrel snap so nobody can strangle you from behind. The blade is Zirconia Carbide, harder & sharper than even supersteels. The blade can shatter if dropped or torqued too much, like a Ceramic blade, but spare blades are available for a nominal fee at the site. There is no metal in the knife, sheath or belt attachment for IWB/OWB carry. Totally immune to metal detectors. It has no identifying markings on it so it is disposable. It is also totally weatherproof & has an excellent rubber handle that allows for a great grip even underwater - and has a pattern that prevents fingerprints. It is not a heavy-duty knife (I wouldn't ever baton it), but, if you need a disposable knife in an emergency, this is the one to consider. The blade is 3" & the total weight is 2.5 oz with sheath. It never prints & as a neck knife is worn in a location normal outside-the-clothes pat-downs never even touch. You can easily suitcase it because, unless you are wearing some large ornament on a chain, it will show up as some sort of mass if you are x-rayed. However, it is easily "suitcased" for getting it through TSA. I'm rarely without it. BoneTactical also makes a Bonedurantium Ghost Spike, which I do not have. It is a thin dagger-style one-piece knife that is more expensive than budget knives at around $100.00. It is also designed as a neck knife with the ability to carry on your belt with the optional clip. Bonedurantium is a high-pressure thermoset fiberglass & kevlar reinforced composite laminate. It shares the NDE qualities of the Ghost Knife except that at more than twice the price gives you a stronger penetration device, though, unlike the Ghost Knife, is not made for cutting or slicing (it is pointed and sides are very narrow, but not sharpened like the blade on the Ghost Knife). It is simply a dirk. The nonmagnetic clip to wear either the Knife or the Spike on the belt is also non-metallic with plastic screws to attach it. Other companies are now starting to produce non-metal fixed-blade knives so I'll be eager to try them out. BTW, regular kitchen ceramic knives you can buy at big box stores usually have handles impregnated with metal filings so they will be detectable by metal detectors. Don't trust them.

[@greghays6794]

Great video, very informative

[@Darthvaporapex]

I have a couple of knives in the 4116 steel and can say that it is a performer. 4116 takes an amazing polish and razor edge. I think the fine polish reduces friction improving edge retention. Just my theory though. It probably wouldn’t perform as well for harder materials but for softer materials it slices!

[@nickmartino2839]

😅pinch grip ALL DAY!!???AWESOME NICK!!!!! the tops street scalpel 2 and msk 2.5 which both have 3 inch cutting edges!!FANTASTIC budget knives!!

[@Joshua-lx4ck]

Nick....you are the f-ing man! So much appreciate your content as always bro!!! I know you purchase the mass majority of the knives you showcase out of your own pocket. Which makes me appreciate you even more so! Have you dedicate an entire room of your home to house them or possibly a standalone shed? Approximately how many knives do you think you currently have?

[@Stassa23]

@@Joshua-lx4ck yes I have a entire room in my house it use to be an office now it’s my knife room. Not sure how many I actually have because I’ve never counted but it’s a lot lol 🍻

[@brashachilles9725]

Love Nieto Knives! I bought a Nieto Chaman with Cocobolo (Hardwood) scales. €58 here in Spain. Beautiful, great value for money Spanish knives.

[@Jay-rc3tu]

Craziest new find for me, Mossy oak 7.5" in 14C28N for $20!!! Love it but gotta do some custom jimpping... also a 9.5" and 9.5" for a couple bucks more

[@RideByNight]

I am so glad I found your channel. This is great content. Keep up the good work!

[@jamessharp4361]

Enjoyed the review 👍

[@sayeager5559]

That Nieto is pretty tempting.

[@nachoisme]

The Nieto is Neato

[@richardlindsey7490]

The Asher Fixie is a fantastic knife at the $100 price point.

[@rvsam4u]

Great review!

[@tomsplayground7712]

THX, just ordered the Ganzo for my adult playground 🤗

[@Berzerker71]

Well done video!!!

[@garygearhart6769]

My Tops Delta unit 3 is a real tough knife that is this size, but 1/4 thick. Ive abused it and it keeps on going. A lil beast for sure

[@mikereese15]

Kubey aiden kinda dope

[@c62west]

GREAT VIDEO! I like your top 3. I would love 2 similar videos, one with super steels and one with high carbon steels. I EDC pocket fixed-blades, mostly.

[@fernandocaballerodiaz511]

Nice to see a Spanish brand in this video 👌 I have the Yesca mini, probably i will get the Grillo soon. Nieto brings a god cuality knives for a budget prices, the sheds are also god but i make a kydex one for mine 😅 Best regards from Spain! 😜

[@AmetraWayofLife]

100% de acuerdo, mi favorito es el Yesca mini en olivo ❤

[@mudboy9762]

The problem with the Holtzman’s Gorilla Survival- Neck Knife is easily fixed by covering the irritating sharpener with a small strip of gaffers tape. Surtape P-665 gaffer tape is upgraded duct tape that leaves no residue. Thanks, that knife is what I needed.

[@Krixxxl]

Love your videos good job

[@thevirginiabushcrafter8833]

Thanks for Sharing

[@Cliff-G]

Good stuff

[@RamonMarais-k2k]

I agree. I make my own knives. If I dont get the grind or shape quite right it usually still turns out a usable knife. I mostly use old files and leaf springs, so the heat treat if fairly basic. Get it wrong though and it means I have to go through the whole process all over again, the knife just wont work.

[@lucabrasisleepswiththefish77]

Great video...I'd like to hear your take on different types of steel and their pros & cons. Subbed!

[@notmillionaires]

Good to see some Holtzmans. I got a Bloodline I think it was called a year or two ago. Baisic camping bushcrafty fixed. Nothing spectacular in 1095 but I love 1095 for something Im gonna baton with a lot. Its been a hell of a knife. Always great to get something well made. Handle feels like it was molded for my hand. And the dude that owns the company is super super nice. But Ive thrown everything at that knife and it can take it. Like it more than my similar Esee. Even got the little Fireline? Forget the name on that too. Which I dont use a ton but have it on the strap of my pack. Just hadnt seen anything about these guys in a bit. Love your channel.

[@matthewshannon6946]

I have 2 Holtzmann's and love 'em!

[@marclucier2533]

For a fix blade EDC I love my esee candiru

[@DevinAkin]

The Ganzo 807 is far more awesome than I thought it would be...so I bought 3 of them. They are unexpectedly STELLAR. The handle is amazing, and the blade is extremely tough and sharp. I have many $200+ EDC supersteel belt knives, and this one rivals any of them.

[@thefishinglor6931]

4116 is similar to 440A and N695 is similar to VG10 so N695 is probably a little more expensive but the difference in knife performance is likely negligible pending the skills of the user

[@SHAWNDAVIS-rh9ic]

Best knife I've owned under $50 is the Mantis Principal ta2cm. It's a 3" fixed blade with outstanding 154cm steel and a kydex sheath.

[@busterbeast999]

Just found this channel and this is a great first video. Been looking for something to compare to my mora and my anza . Some of the micro cuts between your words make the commentary sound a little rushed but other than that, amazing work.

[@chickenfoot713]

Nice knife list!

[@singlechristiancowboy]

Esee 4 is usually my companion.

[@richardhenry1969]

My new favorite is Watchman 222. Its 14c28n in kydex it cost $35 amazing knife. My other 2 are the utica utk-n2 i payed $40 Last but not really coldsteel mini pendleton hunter aus10 was $38. Id put these 3 against any on this list.

[@MB-jg4tr]

The older DLC finish 3v Pendleton mini hunter is great. The newer 3v ones without the coating have a deep laser engraving that catches dirt/blood/water and causes corrosion.

[@jerryrobinson8510]

I like number 1&8

[@Cletus_the_Elder]

Thanks for this! I am still trying to find a goldilocks fixed for daily carry.

[@mrk7806]

Worktuff gear nomad edc

[@ssnerd583]

I have a TOPS UTE in their wonderful 1095(LOVE TOPS 1095 heat treat) and CS Pendleton Mini in 3v for my SMALL fixed blades.

[@timb4425]

Some great choices here! Thanks Nick. I would love a review of the Very Good Knife Co. Traditional Jr or one of their other small models. Thanks!

[@Stassa23]

@@timb4425 ever since I reviewed the VGKC Hornet I have been trying to get one of the smaller ones but they always sell out before I get the chance to order one but I will continue to try 👍🍻🍻

[@timb4425]

@@Stassa23 the Traditional Jr is still up in nonstainless but I just ordered a Nitro V version. Only took him a week or so.

[@jakeypewz]

What kind of wrap are you using on the first knife? I bet that would make the grip waayyyy better!

[@JAB671]

This video was almost like you read my mind. I usually don't care much for small knives, especially small fixed blades. My state has no restriction on blade length so when I carry a fixed blade 'in public' it is usually a Gerber Prodigy (,the model with no serrations) and no one in my area even bats an eye. I don't know the first thing about knife fighting but feel like a knife such as the Produgy (or an Ontario RAT 5 or TAK 1) are just better tools in case they need to see some harder use. I do sometimes carry my Spyderco Bow River if I want something a little 'less'. However, I am currently looking for a knife to fill a specific niche. I want something I can carry on my weak side in front, crossdraw that I could get to with either hand. I want it to be available in case I need something to help retain my firearm. Like I said, though, I know nothing about knife fighting - it woukd just be for 'get off me' purposes. Also, where I live is pretty low risk so hopefully it would never be needed for that purpose. For those reasons I don't want a super tactical blade like a Clinch Pick, etc. Instead, I want something more like a utility blade that wouldn't be out of place doing EDC stuff but would be available and capable just in case. I also wouldn't want to drop a lot of cash on what I consider to be an 'undersized' blade but in this case I do need a smaller blade so I could comfortably carry it crossdraw out of the way of getting to the other things I carry.. Personally, I like D2 and would prefer it to stainless. I also think the 'Sharpfinger' style is one of the most attractive blade designs. I actually considered just making a custom, crossdraw leather sheath for a Schrade Sharpfinger but with my 'table muscle' I think the thinner scales on the Shark might be better/more comfortable for carry. Then there is that Kwaiken - nothing 'tacticool' about the look but would also likely be a good choice - and at the prices I can get both! I like the look of the Tesca, too, especially as I am looking at this as more of a 'take it out and use it' knife' and like that it would be pretty easy to set any of them up for crossdraw with the factory sheaths. Thanks for the video!

[@robertbrunston5406]

Awesome!

[@richardburns3543]

Nice video

[@jusme8060]

I love aus 8 steel. Sharpens up like a razor in 2 seconds and holds it just fine.

[@matthewshannon6946]

I started collecting in the early 1990's and have quite a few very nice knives in AUS 8 ...then they moved on to ATS 34...

[@TheDjscottyrotten]

Just FYI, your amazon links to your most recommended budget and maintenance tools is a dead link. Love your content Stassa!

[@James-ke5sx]

Kubey buys D2 and other high quality steel from the USA, Germany Etc. Those are some really nice knives. Many years ago when I got into knife collecting I started with the Timber Rattler Bowie knife and from there it went downhill to smaller knives. I don't really need super steals especially since they're kind of expensive. These knives are nice to carry in an EDC because sometimes all I want to do is cut up an apple or something. Really great reviews. It must have cost you quite a bit of money to buy all these knives. I'm going to check out some of your links

[@claudinedubois6485]

Great 👍 Thanks.

[@Danielstanius]

I have the kubey jl kwiaken also and love it

[@snesleywipessqueegeeservices]

Great vid! What make are those gloves too? They look cool.

[@Stassa23]

@@snesleywipessqueegeeservices I’ll have to check when I get back home, I got them from Home Depot but I can’t remember who makes the off hand 👍🍻🍻

[@johnknight5485]

Gimme an ESEE Izula any day.

[@ozyrob1]

I would like to know where each knife was made. Other than that, great video. Thanks for making it.

[@philsturgill3435]

I liked the small drop point at #9 and the diamond sharpener on the side would be easily covered with a piece of duct tape.

[@twistedsis76]

Very nice fixie knives

[@toto29er]

Great video… I own a Cudeman Sanabria 2 and a Joker Erizo both spanish knives and really like them. Been thinking to get the Nieto Grillo as a paring knive, and also the Yesca mini because seems a nice small knive. Thanks for the video. Would you recommend the Yesca mini for a camp knife? Have you done some food prep with it? Regards

[@TheIronwil]

QSP Bison. Only $80, and it’s awesome. One of the sharpest out of the box I’ve ever received. Excellent, fairly generic profile.

[@MrNonStopOrator]

I wish I was good at sharpening lol I’ve tried several upon several times, haven’t given up I just haven’t gotten the edge I want yet

[@georgia_adventurer]

Nice fixed blades…I carry a n ESEE IZULA

[@Sanguivore]

Any chance you'll take a look at the new Swisstech fixies, Stassa? I'd really love to see a video on the Leicht.

[@perry2768]

The best mini Cudeman Sanabria 2

[@Stassa23]

I have the Mini Sanabria and it’s going to be in my part 2 video since I didn’t get it until after this video was already done 👍🍻🍻

[@MrJeffb51]

What gloves are you wearing? Thanks.

[@mikranger1078]

SICK

[@M.W.2703]

Nice video. Which kind of hockey tape do you use? I doesn’t look that grippy and thats what i search. I used griptape but its quite uncomfortable on the belly when you carry it iwb. Thanks in advance.

[@quatele]

Check out the MKM Mikro. It’s a nice minimal size carry in a premium steel that sneaks in just under your budget.❤🇮🇹🔪