Great knife, 10/10 would recommend, it’s not a benchmade or microtech but it’s an OTF and it’s fun. The worst sub $200 OTF on a budget is any Cobratec. 🤷♀️
@20alroco2 жыл бұрын
I don't know about that, tacknives are pretty horrible. I bought 3 of them at the same time and all 3 are trash, super hot garbage
@ChA0s_AgeNt Жыл бұрын
Really? I've got several Lightnings & two Cobratecs. I've enjoyed all of'em, but the cobras have held up better. Springs seem to have more longevity, & I do like the D2 blades. They're all rad imo, I just didn't know cobra had a bad reputation among some folks.
@chawnslopoke26197 ай бұрын
Just got his and hers Kershaw live wires. Love em!! Before that I've only cheap ones. Save up buy one you will not regret it. You're investing in a new best friend that will be there for you when you need it
@cdigman2 жыл бұрын
The blade steel is “stainless steel”(440A,C?), so you’re going to need to resharpen frequently, and the finish on the handle will start to rub off pretty quickly. At this price point, there will be limitations, but If you have to open packages on the reg, no flipper tab, thumb stud, or spider-holed knife is faster to deploy, use, and put back away, than one of these Lightning’s, and the fidget-factor is off the charts.
@optimus_slimes2 жыл бұрын
I have had my Lightning for a few years now and she is still going strong! When it comes to bang for your buck it is unrivaled! Thanks for sharing the new Elite version!
@cjenkins212 Жыл бұрын
I actually own a few. I had one last less than 24 hours and had to return it . It was most likely defective and shouldn't have passed QC. The other two I have are solid and comfy! It's been over two years and no problems at all with either one . Definitely a legendary OTF
@jester69628 ай бұрын
I recently got hired at a Tire Kingdom service center as an Assistant manager based on my people skills as a former long term bartender. And I honestly found myself wishing I had a staple puller while learning how to file invoices correctly. But wanted something that would double as a box cutter. Based on this video: I believe I just found my tool. Thank you! Ordered one just now!
@chud20702 жыл бұрын
Hey I never knew you were from Utah. Born and raised here myself. Just found out tonight we have really open knife laws. I don’t know where I heard it, or maybe it’s because an officer stole my spyderco knife years ago saying “you can’t have a knife this long on your person”, but since then I’ve always just assumed we had strict knife laws. Cop just saw a nice knife he could steal without question. Keep up the entertaining videos!
@SKi_Maskk03 Жыл бұрын
I live here in NYS, and I own about 4 OTF's right now. I did my research on Possession and Carry, and it is 100% legal to own one, but in order to carry one, you are REQUIRED to have a VALID Hunting or Fishing License on your person at the time of carry. And you're damn right I'm doing that 😂 25$ for ONE WHOLE YEAR?! HELL YEAH I'M DOING THAT!!!
@OneManOnFire11 ай бұрын
What length is your blade?
@Mike-hn4uu10 ай бұрын
I would have a flame thrower if I lived in NY
@SKi_Maskk0310 ай бұрын
@@OneManOnFire they all should be around just shy of 3.5 Inches.
@SKi_Maskk0310 ай бұрын
@@OneManOnFire I measured one just now, and they all should be around the same. And my mistake, I own 7.
@pray4mojo352 ай бұрын
I’ve had the original Lightning for about 8 years and it’s still working great. I just purchased the Lightning Elite which isn’t actually an updated design but a Chinese version that’s also sold as the Bolt OTF. I prefer the original that’s made in Taiwan over the Chinese made Elite.
@paulie_beans44205 ай бұрын
I watched the video and you fid an awesome job explaining it. I likrd how you explained how you dropped it several times and it still worked. After that i immediately ordered one through the link. Cheers!!!! Thanks for the videos
@ZombieLincoln6665 ай бұрын
I’ve had night lightning for a few years and I use it all the time. It’s super useful to have fast one hand opening when you’re wearing gloves
@vtxdaryl8 ай бұрын
First time I’ve seen a video on the lightning otf, I own 3 of them in different types of blades. I never heard of them but a friend had one and it was really beat up. He said he uses it every day. I bought one then I bought two more.a few times it has failed to launch the blade but it’s easy to fix the problem. The knives are actually very sharp and can slice paper very smoothly. My wife loves mine so I’m going to give her, her choice of blade designs. Then I’ll probably buy another one so I can swap out the knives regularly. Very professional video, thanks. I forgot to mention the 3 lightings that I have are Elite models, maybe that’s why I like them so much.
@hornmonk3zit8 ай бұрын
I snapped the tip off one of mine hammering it into wood and prying it out just to see how it would hold up, other than the broken tip it still works great. If you get one I'd recommend one with the plain unfinished blade because the paint they use makes it a tighter fit so it might fail to latch when you open or close it, and if the two drainage holes on the bottom aren't clear just twist an appropriate sized drill bit in there and you'll have a good spot to squirt lube into when it starts to gum up. Also keep in mind it's a very soft steel and the edge will require touch ups, but they take all of 30 seconds to get sharp again. Definitely great knives for the price point just be careful taking it apart for cleaning the screws are very easy to strip.
@Nebulax123 Жыл бұрын
I bought one years ago just to play with and when my wife saw it she asked for it and what momma wants momma gets. She put it in her gardening bucket and uses it all the time, twice in all those years I have sharpened it for her and that is it. It shows its age but still just flats works.
@bradbury19714 ай бұрын
I’ve had a Lightning OTF for over two years - I’ve carried it at least 90% of that time and I use it on my farm. I needed and OTF for the one handed action based on one specific task I do frequently. This thing is a beast. Yes, needs more frequent sharpening, but I just hit it with a strop every couple of days depending on use and then sharpen when it needs it. I’m of the opinion that steel that needs sharpening more often is also easier to sharpen especially if you suck at sharpening (like me). I did manage to finally bend the tip slightly (which was 100% my fault) and it’s finally developed a slight rattle to the blade when closed, so I’m probably going to try one of the elites now. My personal opinion is that spending a lot of money on a knife of any kind is dumb - you can break the tip off a Benchmade or worse, lose it, then you’re out $400. Do that to the lightning and all you need is another $35 and you’re back in business.
@markmullen1852 Жыл бұрын
I have Microtechs, a Benchmade Infidel and several other autos. My 15 year old son bought a Lightning Elite 2 months ago and i was impressed. The action was WAY smoother than what i thought it would be. Im gonna get a couple for beater otf's.
@sawyeralexander062 жыл бұрын
I’ve honestly never heard of this knife before but due to this video and your knowledge and credibility, I just ordered one through the affiliate link🤙
@EverydayMinimalist2 жыл бұрын
I hope you love it man!! Cheers 🍻
@jamesevans86162 жыл бұрын
I really like the knife it looks really good and I've carried knives for a long time especially when I was in the military, I'd consider ordering it . And good job with the video
@MegaJugMan2 жыл бұрын
The LIGHTNING DA OTF is a viable EDC tool. I have at least 10 DA OTF’s that range in price from $500 (Infidel) to $17. Yep, I bought three drop point Lightning Elites on sale last Christmas for $17 each. Initially, the first one would fail to fire (FTF) half the time. I took it apart, and polished the rear area of the blade. I have not had a FTF in the 8 months since. I use this knife hard every day. Fast to deploy, reliable, sharpens easily, lasts longer than any AUS8 blade, sure, it looks worn quickly, but so what? I leave the expensive pretty, collectable, OTF’s at home in a drawer with the other two Lightning Elites I have not needed to use yet.
@eddy_actual Жыл бұрын
just got my lighting elite dagger today! very solid knife...heavy, sharp, and reliable action!
@bali-bogan2 жыл бұрын
that’s awesome your in utah! me too! i just bought the lighting otf today, and excited for it. thanks for the review!
@Errcyco9 ай бұрын
Fun factor makes them worth it for sure. Just get the drop point one, best blade for EDC.. dagger is far to thick, can’t get it sharp.
@mrfox66622 жыл бұрын
Hey man! Thank you for the review. Just discovered you and love the content so far. Was surprised to hear your based out of Utah! Was born in the north ogden area of Utah myself. Loved the good knife and gun laws too. Thanks man, hope you're doing good.
@Mike_The_Hog_A_Nator10 ай бұрын
I've used my Lightening OTF 2/tone blade in saltwater while fishing the Texas Coast. Stay away from the Elite. Take that sucka apart, polish the rail or inside frame, then add a little oil to both springs (Elite has 1 spring) then add silicone spray not oil to the locks & inside of the frame. You'll have a "feel like & functioning" $400 OTF. Capt. Dave has a video on this. 🤟
@ODG-xb9cm2 жыл бұрын
I rlly wish I could buy one but I can’t bc I am in Australia
@daddy_knowsall84852 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the recommendation I’m ordering it right now
@therealrealshocker Жыл бұрын
How do you like it?
@daddy_knowsall8485 Жыл бұрын
@@therealrealshocker it is is good still holding up and working great especially for the price
@therealrealshocker Жыл бұрын
@@daddy_knowsall8485 sweet thank you 👍🏼 I'll order one
@Lee-oq1ok11 ай бұрын
I have several lightning knife and only one cobratec. Considering selling the cobratec. Definitely going to keep all of my lightnings. Try to get the classic and stay away from the elite. Classic has much better internals.
@dicktrickle8137 Жыл бұрын
Hey man just used your link to buy one, but I just wanted to make people aware that if you search on auto knives for lightning elite, it brings up three or four of them but in the same column after those 3/4 elites the rest are the regular lightnings. Pretty easy to not realize what you’re buying as I just did. I thought I was getting a digital camo lightning elite tanto blade in black but didn’t realize till after I checked out that it was the regular lightning in digital camo but because the two products came back on the same search result in the same column I didn’t realize it. So just pay attention if you are searching on their website
@richforestall1459 Жыл бұрын
I have one use it daily it's almost 2 yrs old got pretty beat up so i took it apart and striped what was left of the paint off and painted it, cleaned it and lubed it with Break Free CLP for guns it's like new. I do belive they are made in Tiawan which is better Quality.
@knighthawk3759 Жыл бұрын
New Yorker here I live in upstate New York and unless you're going to New York City in most cases if you carry a hunting and fishing license and are going to be coming back from or in the act of hunting or fishing you can carry an OTF knife legally as long as it's not concealed
@Germanicus_Daimetor2 жыл бұрын
Love this channel! I’m a knife fanatic I have around 50-60 knives. Your content is awesome! I’m looking for a new OTF!
@knighthawk3759 Жыл бұрын
Recently I picked up what I believe to be some vintage lightnings, they have maroon colored handles and they have the action of one of the elites as well as the finish but for whatever reason they feel to be about twice the weight I'm not sure exactly why but they were well with the price
@madhatter3640 Жыл бұрын
I bought the lightning otf red handle tanto blade polished satin finish
@Boubungus_ Жыл бұрын
Best knife I’ve ever bought
@richardcampbell57622 жыл бұрын
Wow. Really cool. I wonder if they would ship it to New Mexico of course they're not legal here but it would just stay in the house. Thanks for sharing brother. 👍🇺🇸🤙🇺🇸✌️🇺🇸
@1DRIPSTER2 жыл бұрын
After sharpening mine it's a great tool.
@guyincognito9578Ай бұрын
You left out an important point about single actions versus double action double action knife will not accidentally deploy into your body or an object a single action nothing stops it you can get stabbed very badly❤
@Anonym-yr4qn Жыл бұрын
I think Stuff like this has a lot of potential for Videogames. Just imagine there was a Game where you could get cheap Equipment like these Budget Knives, combined with budget Guns like Hipoint Firearms, that are still effective to use. Would be such a nice Feature, if used in the right Game.
@unbiasedreviews5978 Жыл бұрын
Very informative! Been looking for a cheap and decent OTF. Now I've got the info. Thanks!
@adamklotzer82422 жыл бұрын
Thank you bro I will definately look into those knives.
@baddestmofoalive7 ай бұрын
You should compare this to a Templar OTF
@ODG-xb9cm2 жыл бұрын
Watching
@pizzadave98126 ай бұрын
Great knife I love mine
@blackarm3265 Жыл бұрын
I have the lighting elite ttanto hollow ground all internals are marked with same number but i agree it doesn't fail its not guardian tactical but i belive u will be inpressed cheers bro
@toddlehman928 Жыл бұрын
Make sure that you buy the lightning from Taiwan. There are some others that are copies that don't last very long. The lightning from Taiwan is real dependable I've had a couple and none of them I flicked open and close fewer than a thousand times
@mphil30512 жыл бұрын
That Dalton Cupid is a keeper👍
@Heyjuststfu2 жыл бұрын
How about an OTF that doesn’t look like a tacticool murder knife
@guillermopadres52232 жыл бұрын
I ordered the white tanto lightning very sick that's one Otf I did not have thanks for the video makes it easier to buy when I see the way you treat it lol 😂
@maximus75072 жыл бұрын
Did you get the knife because I heard bad reviews from the website he gave out.
@PirminZemp27312 жыл бұрын
Nice Video Cool Switchblade Otf Knifes
@vfm2284 Жыл бұрын
I love ur channel ... 🤗✨
@bobfincle8267Ай бұрын
Where can I find Dalton knives
@juancabrera13932 жыл бұрын
Could you do another video with the blade open and hit a wall to see how strong it is please thank you
@vladimirkovacevic1656 Жыл бұрын
i love that awesome militia otf
@oceanwater68879 ай бұрын
I’m not sure if it’s a bug or a feature, maybe I just got a lemon, but the blade on mine rubs against the handle when deploying and dulls the edge.
@borri682 ай бұрын
In CA we're only allowed to carry plastic forks from McDonald's.
@davidsummerville351 Жыл бұрын
Good info
@geremythehampter35932 жыл бұрын
Great knife I really like it
@danielgamingblogs71322 жыл бұрын
I’m getting the mini version.
@yumechuu2 жыл бұрын
wow, thats cool. the link in the description doesnt list the elite though?
@michaelwoodsdale4602 жыл бұрын
Got one and love it. Anyone have an idea about how an atomic defender stacks up?
@sufferedlearnedchanged2 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@dougsmith3821 Жыл бұрын
U can own otf knives in ny I live here and own a couple
@pbates112 жыл бұрын
Got the mini version. Lightning Fireball Black D/A OTF Automatic Knife - Drop Point Black Plain. Istheblade supposed to wobble
@leecountyscratcher489 Жыл бұрын
Any recommendations on a good sharpener
@victorortega1922 Жыл бұрын
Hey bud is there a replacement clip for the elite ? I bought it thanks to your vid but the clip really sucks I want it to be my edc but it slips out of my pants sometimes because the clip has no retention.
@tomquirin42312 жыл бұрын
great knife brandon, do they have it in partial serration on blade ? , love the blackout versions , would not a mind a blackout blade perhaps too , thanks and keep em coming, i am all about budget friendly stuff/gear/knives/etc etc etc, talk soon > tom !
@EverydayMinimalist2 жыл бұрын
Hey man! I’m not 100% sure if there’s a model with serrations. But you can always reach out to autoknives and see if they have a solution for you! I’m glad you’re enjoying my content and hope to see you around here more often! Cheers brother 👊🏼
@tomquirin42312 жыл бұрын
@@EverydayMinimalist THANK YOU , 30 bucks cannot be beat out there , love the blackout stuff 1000% , i am looking for a e.d.c. knife sheath and i am selling a real gem of a knife , let me know if your interested or know anybody , talk soon brotha > tom !
@aft50422 жыл бұрын
Can you please do a review on a cobratec otf
@scotther82 жыл бұрын
The *ELITE* doesn't appear to be available in tanto... bummer, Bruh ~ !!!
@zakariaott2 жыл бұрын
I know it's not a budget OTF but Axial Gear makes one hell of an OTF. Hard to beat for the price!
@LordJacobGinsberg1st2 жыл бұрын
Question ny bans pilum ballistic knives is an otf considered one bec it's a spring loaded knife cuz I really wanna get one of these
@citizensofmayhem2 жыл бұрын
Curious; what is your current “fav” edc user knife?
@ethandoyle58372 жыл бұрын
Where can I get one if I live in Ireland, really wanna have it but your link doesn't ship here
@glockrevolutionandperfekti20272 жыл бұрын
Did the company also supply in other countries. ??
@ljtgaming82 жыл бұрын
You should review buck knives
@AzTurboMini Жыл бұрын
Is it 3x better than a Lightning Elite that's $30ish dollars or better than the Maxace Archer? Thanks
@dog_backwards2 жыл бұрын
You should really say whether they are legal to carry or not because here In California some single actions like the schrade viper Gen 3 is legal to own and carry where as the lightening otf is legal to own BUT still a felony to carry. From what I understand they just made certain single action automatics like ones that have the blade affixed to the thumb actuator making it one single piece of metal legal to carry in california. It was my first otf and I bought it in hopes they would make them legal and well, yea
@molliehesterkelly1852 Жыл бұрын
They actually just released a Cali legal version called the lightning fireball.
@dog_backwards Жыл бұрын
@@molliehesterkelly1852 iv bought two of them
@randomrangoon5476 Жыл бұрын
Is this made from Chinese steel?
@williamcorbett83712 жыл бұрын
Just make sure when you're buying one you buy one that's made in Taiwan
@CaptDavesSportfishing Жыл бұрын
yeah like that's going to happen. Just like he thinks you are going to find one at academy sports they don't even sell them in the Free State of Florida. I don't know where he lives?
@Sugardude27 Жыл бұрын
Can I keep it in my house in cali or is that illegal as well
@JimBeamFiend532 жыл бұрын
If you are willing to spend $80-$120, look into cobratec knives.
@Porter92 Жыл бұрын
They don’t carry OTF’s at bass pro or Academy. Know clue where he got that info from. Been to all the Bass Pro Shops in Texas and probably 10-15 Academy’s. Not one have I seen in stores. Just trying to save you gas and time
@juancabrera13932 жыл бұрын
Do you have a limit of blades order for each person?
@TheMobster4502 жыл бұрын
Comparable to the Boker OTF?
@adamklotzer82422 жыл бұрын
Nevermind I just realised it is illegal to own one in my state. What knife do you recommend instead that is cheap but good quality.
@chefboiarby3042 жыл бұрын
Ontario Rat 1 or 2 QSP Penguin Civivi Praxis Kabar Dozier Opinel (size based on preference/legality) Ganzo F759 Byrd Tern Cold Steel Tuff Lite Kershaw Cryo CRKT CEO Flipper CJRB Crag Recoil Lock with AR-RPM9 blade Sanrenmu Land 912 Kershaw Atmos Cold Steel Micro Recon 1 Tanto CJRB Maileah
@chaosauftourknives Жыл бұрын
love this blade, looks awesome...... the only problem I'm in germany, the laws here are absolutely useless .......
@e.a4795 Жыл бұрын
Is there in Amazon?
@vkhrolov2 жыл бұрын
Why does the website you buy from look like a scam?
@EverydayMinimalist2 жыл бұрын
It definitely isn’t. That’s where I got mine.
@juancabrera13932 жыл бұрын
If I'm getting blade for business do I get a wholesale price?
@unitedivide27899 ай бұрын
The word is retract sir not contract like a cold or virus . Otherwise killer video
@mattclark26412 жыл бұрын
I'm definitely getting one👍 I was considering an otf from Foxtrottactical but I think for my first otf I'll get this one.
@EverydayMinimalist2 жыл бұрын
Solid choice man 🤘🏼
@mr.changed36512 жыл бұрын
Is that website safe and trusted?
@EverydayMinimalist2 жыл бұрын
Yes sir!
@jjajpo8 ай бұрын
Bought one for my gf to have for self defense on ur refferal
@lawaiaaustin8199 Жыл бұрын
Where is the link
@changenamelater76282 жыл бұрын
Not the last 🥴
@eastonwuneburger22592 жыл бұрын
I have a really big question is it illegal to own in OTF knife in Texas
@AzTurboMini Жыл бұрын
You really need to learn the knife laws in your state. American Knife and Tool Institute would be a good place to start. 🔪
@safromnc86162 жыл бұрын
Daggerr makes some great OTFs in the $100-125 range. You have to order from them direct (in Russia) as they are not sending their OTFs to the US @ present (they distribute through Blade HQ here in the US). They are well worth the wait took me about 4-6 weeks to get mine.
@cutiepiecatloveallanimals6602 Жыл бұрын
Fascist
@gigilaco2 ай бұрын
Unpopular opinion but Chinese knife makers are absolutely superior to those in the USA. I have benchmades and Microtechs and Vespa (Microtech cloner in China) makes higher quality Microtechs than Microtech does. Same M390 steel, verifiably, and tighter tolerances. Oh, and they use 7075 aluminum instead of microtech’s unusually soft 6065. All for $130-$180 compared to $500+. The Vespa Scarab in particular is absolutely amazing.
@xxxy99282 ай бұрын
not on this 10$ zink-alloy knife ;)
@buddhamic132 жыл бұрын
Just curious, anyone know when these came out?
@ericbaxter21742 жыл бұрын
Close to 2 years ago I think.
@ujstan3107 Жыл бұрын
I love it and wanna buy one but it is still too expensive for me it will take 25% of my salary i guess 30$ is not much for you guys but it's allot for me
@JonathanDawson-uo7jm8 ай бұрын
Hey man I'm gonna like and subscribe to your chanel but I have to ask you if you can do me a favor I don't really expect you to do it but I'd love it if you could do a review on this knife from blade city is a multi color otf automatic knife called flash bang looks kind of like the one you got there but a lil different they have them in multi color blue and gold please do this for me I'm thinking about getting it but I'm torn between over a few different knifes like once I get enough maybe the boker Kalashnikov automatic knife preferably the XXL but I think it's more expensive though so probably should go with regular size or the boker widow striker I'd like to see a comparison of them to see which people say is best or maybe the otf subscription from blade city or this one knife can't remember the brand name it's on grind works only like 25$ for the knife plus there's gonna be shipping so not sure after that but I'd like to see reviews first before getting it so I no I won't regret it
@nursekazhasaknife91242 жыл бұрын
Do not get this lightening otf.I was excited to get my first otf. Based on your recommendation I purchase it. It is absolute junk. Whatever you do please don’t waste your money on this. After a few deployments it stopped working properly. It is not fidget friendly it breaks after 10 deploys. You might think I deployed it to quickly and had a hick up. No, it no longer deploys correctly after 1-2 uses. Please don’t waste your money!
@EverydayMinimalist2 жыл бұрын
Did you not see my video of me deploying it 100 times? Try reaching out to autoknives and they can get you taken care of.