The Best Hiking Knives of 2021

[@elchupacabra683]

I limit myself to a strict 27.6214 oz of gear when I hike. By removing the protective coating from my knife, the thumb stud and the pocket clip, it gives me that extra .0014 oz I need so I can also take a breath mint with me.

[@Pharto_Stinkus]

27.6 oz? Lol, newb. I remove the scales and hardware from my knife, and reattach everything using epoxy. Additionally, I hike in flip flops and a loincloth, and carry my gear in a silk sock tied around my neck. Sub 6oz for me.

[@charlessalmond7076]

Yall are both doing it wrong. My load out is 64lbs, but I don't lift an ounce. $15 bucks an hour for a carrier to hike with me. Two steps behind on my left.🙂

[@_MiMo_]

Before I go for a hike, I fast for a year, then shave all my body hair and grind off all my nails. Every ounce counts guys.

[@maxwellmortimermontoure7274]

Pro tip, remove your teeth and finger nails! You’ll save at least an oz or two.

[@andrewg7576]

So I don't have to carry sunblock, I have spent over 8 years deepening my tan.

[@jacktheripper6610]

These videos are 50 times better than blade HQ don’t know how you don’t have more subs

[@RubleInnawoods]

BHQ used to be really good but recently, the quality has really fallen. Don’t like the new host or video content.

[@stephangrobler5524]

Check BHQ’s last vid. They got ALOT of negative comments. DCA rocks.

[@cuuppaajoe]

KC website is way better too IMO

[@cuuppaajoe]

@@oregonnative9694 Ok I didn’t really know that. Is that with shipping? All I was referring to was the website and videos. Not the prices.

[@cuuppaajoe]

@@oregonnative9694 after I decide on a knife make no mistake I will be comparing prices everywhere! Thanks for the heads up! 👍

[@dennisleighton2812]

3:56 the corkscrew: also DC do not forget the added benefit that it takes the Fireant micro-ferro rod! I've seen a video in which Felix Immler uses the Fireant with the helix tinders that one can get for it and he lit over 100 fires with it before it finally reached its end. All that at close to zero added weight or volume. Originally, I poo-pooed it as a trinket till I saw Felix's video. That guy is a legend! For me, hiking is almost synonymous with an SAK! It's just a no-brainer. I carry mine on a lanyard fitted with a simple spring snap hook for greatest simplicity. It hangs on my belt above the pocket of my trousers/jeans with the knife dangling inside. simplicity itself and very easy to get access to. I must say that Camper model is appealing but I've had the 4 layer SAK (Tinkerer? Can't remember the name, I've had it so long!).

[@snirbo]

No one asked but I love the corkscrew and the his are just some things that you can do it with it. 1. Opens corked bottles (duh!) 2. Untie knots. 3. Pry the battery out of a cell phone. 4. Screw it into a wall and hang your coat on the SAK. 5. Staple remover. 6. Smooth out the hole you just made with the reamer. 7. Clear clogged faucet sprayer. 8. Bicycle tire valve tool. 9. Holds the micro screwdriver. 10. Pick gravel out of tires. 11. Rip open a blister package. 12. Ice pick. 13. Mark a pilot hole. 14. Clean mud out of shoe soles. 15. Knot the end of a cord. Thread it through the corkscrew. Handle. 16. Pop balloons. 17. Aides in sewing. 18. Clean mud out of sprinkler heads. 19. Push used snare wire through it, to straighten out the wire and remove coils or kinks. 20. Pulls the drain plug out of a tub. 21. Open the corkscrew and screw it tightly into a broomstick-thickness stick. Now open the blade. Tie it securely. Survival spear for fishing. 22. Hang the SAK from a piece of cordage from the ceiling. Plumb bob (I have the middle of the handle marked on one mine). 23. Corkscrew + a metal lid = a filter or wire mesh for cooking. 24. Carry a chunk of C4. 25. Pull frozen shoestrings tight, or help loosen them. 26. Helps get the innards out of a squirrel. 27. Gets the candle stub out of a candle holder. 28. Start fights on multitool forums. 29. Remove the fuel filter from a lawn mower. 30. Although the new corkscrews are 4 turns, you can use them for range estimation. 31. O-ring remover for your flashlights. 32. Pry out partially-exposed nails. 33. Tighten the apron strings on a wrestling ring. 34. The inside diameter of the corkscrew is 1/4". I'm sure you know what you can do with this. 35. Open just a small hole in a coconut. 36. Lift stuck items out of boxes. 37. Fish the tape out of a clogged VHS tape. 38. Remove patches from a flintlock gun. 39. Remove the inside of a shotgun shell, making a blank. Remove the wad and powder too. 40. If you don't want the mini screwdriver, the corkscrew can hold a ferro rod. 41. Tap a tree for sap. 42. Undo zip ties without breaking them. ✌️😉

[@AntwonDaBusiness]

I use a Rainer knives fastpak for my backpacking knife. For $100...the quality of the knife with excellent Elmax heat treat and the kydex can’t be beat.

[@Bendersnatchling]

The fact that the Opinel is super sharp and extremely cheap makes it the clear winner for me.

[@randallkelley3599]

Before the knife revolution we took a Buck 110 and a Victorinox. That seemed to work well.

[@CadillacDriver]

Can't beat a 110.

[@RubleInnawoods]

Back when people weren’t wimps about a 7 ounce knife 🙄 heaven forbid anything be an ounce over 4 now.

[@SuperNeutrophil]

This has become my fav pandemic show,

[@RadDadisRad]

Get out and do stuff.

[@csquared4538]

@@RadDadisRad how dare you suggest we do things. Don't lazy-shame me! There's a pandemic out there! Millions are dying in the streets and mass graves! That's why I'm staying inside!

[@PenjaminFranklinn]

@@csquared4538 no not really, its not that serious. Its not great, but not that bad.

[@junmcl]

@@PenjaminFranklinn yea like you’d know😂😂stfu

[@alphvshots]

same here

[@csquared4538]

I don't hike, but I'm here for my favorite knife salesmen.

[@talisikid1618]

Like how you include insights into applicability for different hand sizes or different uses. You make everyone welcome.

[@redsorgum]

The best hiking knife, is the one you know how to use. I had to use my corkscrew to untie a knot today, it sure came in handy. All of them are cool knives.

[@sharpstuff8228]

I hike almost every weekend and I am loving my Boker Plus 3.375 with orange FRN. Light, sharp, plenty of blade and feels very good in hand when whittling and carving.

[@SantiagoMenendez]

Love the opinel. I always wear it on my belt with my Ferro rod. It throws sparks like no tomorrow and the thin convex slices really well.

[@andyy1591]

Some models of SAK, like that one, also have a hole under corkscrew for a pin, which is nice to have. You can also add a mini screwdriver that mounts on corkscrew too.

[@mountaingoattaichi]

This is my favorite show by a knife company. Simple and to the point. I use a Fallkniven F1 for my day hikes. In the sheath it hides under a fleece top.

[@bhgtree]

As a knife fan, I loves Davids videos, he explains everything perfectly and the video quality is excellent, so thanks and keep up the good work.

[@tckoppang]

The problem hiking with an Opinel is the wood handle. I took one backpacking once. If you get high humidity or moisture, the wood can swell, making it all but impossible to fold open until it dries out. Great picnic knife, don't get me wrong! But not my choice when I need something more dependable in weather.

[@Bezstopy]

I use Opinels a lot, if swollen just use bit more force to open theres nothing in the way just pressing sides near pivot. Its tiny knife but not perfect, sometimes it gets stiff sometimes loose, one opened lock in backpack and sliced few things :)) and I dont agree (with D.A.) with no hotspots on no.8 theres huge one at the back. Its great ultralight great slicing knife .. and you dont mind breaking/loosing it if situation rises.

[@traviswrigg5158]

Yeah, I've definitely been places humid enough that I wound up carving an easy open notch into the opinel and still ended up soaking the handle in oil and shrinking it in the oven to try to get it to stop jamming up in humidity. Overall, I'd say "Just spend a little extra and take a mild weight penalty for a knife that's better at being a folding knife"

[@maxwellmortimermontoure7274]

I gotta agree, a little to delicate of a knife for woods in my non expert opinion. The delicate thin blade is extremely useful, don’t get me wrong. Just like to have something a little more durable when I’m out woodsing.

[@practicalshooter6517]

I have used the Opinel when sailing, and caring for it and its wood will make it last a long time. Also, where I come from, it is our favorite on the water, from sail boats to fishing boats, everyone is carrying an Opinel.

[@VeniVidiVid]

The Swiss Army knife tweezers can get you by in a “pinch”? 🙂

[@7ali7]

You read my mind 🤯 was literally looking for lightweight knives to take hiking earlier today!! You guys are the best in the biz. Thank you keep this content coming!!

[@7ali7]

@@oregonnative9694 I really appreciate that I will look into it. Many thanks

[@golickaflagpole3557]

Been using my Buck 110 slim select as my folder, and Morakiniv basic for fixed blade on hikes recently 👍

[@SeanGauseOfficial]

I like the buck 119, especially with a custom crossdraw sheath. How does your fixed blade do with edge retention? Send a link!

[@hrvojeberden1308]

Great choice,it is hard to buy Buck in my country but it is Always,sak and mora for me!

[@johnchaney7550]

Picked up a Spartan Blades Enyo from KC a couple of weeks ago. Great little knife for this application.

[@monkeman1912]

Great video mate, would love to see a video on the best large folding knives (over 3.4 inch blade)

[@megacab]

Cold Steel voyager comes to mind

[@PenjaminFranklinn]

@@megacab i saw one in a pawn shop for $200, which is insane and overpriced.

[@megacab]

@@PenjaminFranklinn that's insanity. I think I paid $60. Blade hq has them for $70 right now

[@CytoplasmicGoo]

I always carry a super tinker with me when hiking. I’ve used the scissor to cut blister pads for myself and for other on several occasions. A few times I had to use the phillips to adjust the telescope locks on my trekking poles and obviously the knife on numerous occasions for food prep.

[@francisconegrete3443]

Do a video on best knives or multitools for shtf.

[@khakicampbell6640]

Gave it a like right away for the corkscrew knot-untying tip. Thanks DCA! Stay handy~ 👍😉

[@FoxMacLeod2501]

Oh that's a great idea, I hadn't thought of using a corkscrew as a marlinspike! Nice.

[@johnwelch6028]

Cold steel has never done me wrong and everyone freaked out when Lynn Thompson sold the company and bought it all up especially the older stuff

[@omnisegoastrum]

Can you do a video for blades for Gardeners/landscapers. Hatchets, axes, HoriHoris, machetes, heavy duty fixed blade and folding knives😃 I use the Barebones Ultimate HoriHori knife, it's a brute! Love the videos👍

[@prestonluscher776]

Whats your price range?

[@omnisegoastrum]

@@prestonluscher776 $100

[@prestonluscher776]

@@omnisegoastrum well 100 for all of it is slim chance but hachets and axes anything from home depote or lows will work good prices are around $50+ gerber and crkt have some good machetes for again $50+ now you said heavy duty fixed blades so you can go with essee knifes wich will replace any knife even if you broke it on purpose so you cant beat the warrenty they usally have g-10 micarta handles with a coating on the blade so resistance to rust or you could go with a becker knife usally just under or over 100 not too much tho good warrenty and tuff as hell with folding knifes there is the benchmade super freak with is $191 but lifetime warrenty m4 steel(crazy strong steel) and send them the knifr and they will sharpen for free its one of the tuffest folders you can buy or a buck 110 for around $50 and super tuff and there is cold steel knifes crazy strong you can get some of the tuffest knifes there with good steel for under 100 i hope this all helped if you have anymore questions feel free to ask or if you want me to go more in detail i can

[@omnisegoastrum]

@@prestonluscher776 thanks for taking the time to put together your reply dude, it would be nice to see a video in this series showing on the subject, but it might happen in the future 👍

[@mikeadams4605]

This is a good list!! Would add the Ontario Rat 1. I also added the micarta handle to my ESEE Izula. I think the handle addition makes it an ideal knife for hiking.

[@happykt]

I just purchased an Esee Izula 2 which comes with the micarta handles is is slightly larger in the handle than the Izula 1. I LOVE IT!

[@Echowhiskeyone]

Any Morakniv is good for outdoor use, including hiking and camping.

[@AYellowPepper]

Going walking and doing small hikes with my Dogs everyday made me appriciate the difference in knife weight! I have a good belt, but if i carry my favourite large Spyderco, Leahterman and other EDC essentials my pants do start to sag after walking for a while!

[@nathanwood4697]

Always a variety!🔪 Hard to keep with it all. Thanks!!

[@shallmaneser]

The Mora companion carbon steel at 2mm blade is the thinnest, I believe!

[@ninemimesleft]

Manix 2 LW is my favorite hiking folder. It's big and slicy, but still quite light.

[@VeniVidiVid]

When I’m backpacking and don’t want to bring a fixed blade, I usually opt for my Cold Steel Espada XL.

[@oddsavage]

Great selection! I'd like to throw in the Condor Bushglider and Terrasaur. Full tang fixies, fairly light weight, and pretty affordable. Thanks.

[@stuartb9194]

Solid suggestions, I reduced down to an Opinel No.8 inox, does everything you need for under $20 and 1.6oz. I have a modded No.8 garden version that is even lighter and a reprofiled blade.

[@anorocamilac]

I just buy a Opinel no 8. Love it, is really practical.

[@GrumpyGrunt]

I'm a fan of the Izula for hiking and I actually inverse mounted a TOPS Camp Creek on my hydration pack strap for foraging hikes. Those two can handle about anything I need them to unless it's camp chopper time. Stay well, DCA and the KC Crew.

[@nicolagazzaniga3204]

Very good list! For me, even if I got more refined knives, is always a mora companion heavy duty ( or a hultafors gk heavy duty) + opinel 8 inox (for food) + victorinox huntsman.

[@Aurelius_01]

I use the same knives ! Lot of time I take a bugout instead of the opinel n°9.

[@pathrst]

Shout out to Felix Immler showing just what a Swiss Army knife can do.

[@Frumious_Jabberwocky]

Well, his show is quite entertaining, but most of that... hmm... manuals are just funny tricks with no use. Like, "If you want that high hanging branch, the saw extension might save you. Look around and pick a branch..." I wouldn't rely too much on any functionality other than explicitly designed. Thankfully, it works absolutely fine. Blades cut, saws saw, awls punch etc.

[@pathrst]

@@Frumious_Jabberwocky things like that are goofy for sure. But even using the implements as intended I enjoy that he just shows how much you can accomplish with a humble SAK and some imagination. It reminds me that my knife obsession is a bit silly and I need to just go out do stuff instead of worrying about having that nice new design or steel.

[@L.T.112]

The cold steel bush ranger lite is verx nice for that purpose too

[@ironman2326]

I have a Benchmade griptilian. I really like it! And you can customize them quite a bit.

[@tonycanniffe2360]

Good stuff. Opinels are hard to beat but a nice selection. The Mossback looks great.

[@Enes-wj5xq]

The spyderco native 5 looks amazing

[@megacab]

Great list! I do a lot of backpacking trips and I carry a TOPS baja 3.0. Fantastic lite weight blade with micarta handles.

[@blazel462]

The 940-2 is great for hikes, or a Hogue Ritter RSK

[@frogturtle]

you guys make the best knife vids. a lot of my knife decisions as of late have been because of the knowledge I gained from KnifeCenter. thanks and keep up the good work

[@jmunk91]

“Even though the tweezers aren’t a super heavy duty pair, they can get you by in a pinch.” Nice wordplay sir.

[@Mike-id8gu]

Great job. Always enjoy hearing the rationales behind each of his picks! The one thought that came to my mind with David's comments involving both the Spyderco and Benchmade choices was the different types of hiking. I fully agree with his preference for going full size when hiking in mountains, backpacking, or really long hikes. However, when I'm simply hiking a trail near where I live or in very lightweight hiking shorts [summer months], I would opt to carry my mini Bugout. Less "bouncy" in my pocket and less noticeable.

[@korgan7779]

Not that I hike much anymore due to health reasons, but I do carry a BK11, Stripped the blade coating for better slicing capabilities and added Jimping to the spine. Not much for neck carry so I DIY a leather strap system for scout carry. Great knife!

[@MountainFisher]

Whenever someone tells me a hidden or stub tang are not very strong I just tell them that they must think Katana swords are weak. Mora is a hidden tang as you can buy just the blades without handles or guards and make your own. I bought one back in the 70s to take backpacking up in the Sierra before it got crowded. I found myself wondering why everyone was saying they are so great. To sharpen the damn things by hand you have to hone off the whole doggone bevel.

[@dougdobkowski]

Big fan of your show. I agree with just about everything you said in this video. I would like to add one perspective about the SAK Camper vs Hiker. Hiking poles often have Philips screws. For people who use hiking poles, if those poles have Philips head screws, you might want to go with the Hiker.

[@knifecenter]

A fair point. I do wonder if the can opener, which can turn some Philips screws, would work for most. -DCA

[@tomfaranda]

The doziers are excellent - great value. Just got the dozier in D2 to go along with my older ones.

[@djadis187]

D2 Dozier is tougher than the Bugout and about 100$ cheaper. Great knife

[@wiliamwidlacki7459]

Good selection, good information, all good options for a day hike or camp situation

[@deans9766]

As a Boy scout ASM and advisor to the QM, for folding knives I really like the Dozier pocket knives. The price is good and I haven't had any issues with quality, I even wear one as part of my EDC. The scouts can be tough on knives and ive seen scouts carry some cheap crappy knives especially the young ones. One tip bright handle colors can help keep the knife from being lost if it gets dropped on the ground by accident.

[@busansanai]

I can endorse Kabar's Dozier folder. It's very lightweight and its lockback is secure and confidence inspiring. another I could suggest is the Kershaw Skyline... I lost it one time in my backyard and found it a week after (this is during spring so lots of rain) and I found very very minimum rust. It's lightweight. and I even used it to break open a car window to rescue someone out. The G10 handle is no joke.

[@janodewald6087]

I happened to be hiking twice lately and I always get oldschool vibes, so first time a Schrade Oldtimer Trapper, second time a Case Green Hunter Barlow. All I need and since I am German, it doesn't get me into any trouble since they are non locking blades. But a good selection. Got my eye on the Dozier...

[@armenarakelian9876]

I’m fascinated with the native 5 salt 😍😍😍

[@fredperry9235]

Great selection. 👍Great no nonsense presentation. Really love the sincere low key presenter.

[@masochistboy653]

I have a victorinox hunter pro, most of these are hard to get where I like and victorinox works well for me.

[@user-wy1dl2me2p]

That CRKT Mossback, is a peach ,great video Dave .

[@practicalguy973]

My favorite pocket size is the Tops MSK 2.5 neck knife. A great USA made choice for survival hiking with scandi grind, micarta handles and 1095 high carbon tool steel with Cerakote coating to protect from rust. Really solid kydex sheath to. I have the Rockies edition.

[@BICfootball92]

I own the buck, the Bugout, and the Izula.... i apparently need to hike more lol... all great knives for their purpose btw.

[@HUZ9k3s5w]

On the small side of the scale, a like to carry (among others) Casström's Woodsman and Fällkniven's KK (Kolt Knife). Or for neck carry the Fällkniven WM1, CRKT Sweet K.I.S.S and the Mora Eldris. In my pocket either Fällkniven's U4 or the Victorinox Farmer.

[@thepiratepenguin4465]

I can recommend the CRKT M21-04G. The blade size & shape makes it very useful in the field, be it processing game or opening MRE. The flipper allows for quick deployment in an emergency & the G10 ensures you have a good grip even when you hands are wet or numb.

[@gilldeguill]

Regarding Victorinox I would prefer either the Huntsman or even better the evogrip s17 which has a blocking blade, a pair of scissors and a much better grip. I fully agree on your comment on corkscrew vs screwdriver.

[@tonydiebold4899]

Definitely go with the colored Opinel. The non-colorama Opinel’s don’t come with the leather lanyard which I find useful when fishing it out of my pocket or pack since there’s no pocket clip.

[@bartholomausnovember7962]

I would have expected the Spyderco Bow River in this list: light enough (for me), nice leather sheath, nice handle, thin enough, full flat grind, very slicy - in my opinion something like the perfect picnic knife. Otherwise, I would go with the Opinel …

[@Eyesofthasouth]

Hey David, thoroughly enjoy all of your recommendations. I’d like to get your take on a medium duty edc with similar style as the bugout or hogue deka but a little larger blade around the 3 1/2” to 3 3/4”. Axis type lock is not necessary and American made is always a plus. Thanks! Blaine

[@knifecenter]

Benchmade Taggedout

[@neilmac123]

Love the videos from the Knife Center. Keep up the great work.

[@kkirk1381]

Great content as always - I’d also add the Spyderco Manix 2 Light Weight for somebody looking for a larger light weight folder.

[@AWalkOnDirt]

PCT 2024 in two weeks. My knife is the Swiss classic. Don’t need much blade since thru hiking normally is very minimalistic without things like campfires and the such. If I lose my Swiss I am going with a pocket clip knife. My Classic went from being stored in my stove kit (windmaster) to my pocket for easier access. The colorful handles are the way to go for the last check when breaking camp. My base weight is 16 pounds so thanks for considering us thru hikers who are obsessed with ounces! I don’t know why I am waiting to loss my Swiss Classic. I am carrying 2.5k dollars on my back. What’s 50 bucks?

[@charlescollier7217]

Assuming the hike requires no big cutting tasks, an SAK with a saw is THE answer. Extra points for those with extra grippiness and full-sized, ergonomic handles. RangerGrip 55 or 79 are particularly good options.

[@roberts1770]

Can’t think of a better design than the M1 Backpacker in S35VN. However, as a hiker and backpacker who travels more than 10 miles at a time I have never been able to perceive the weight difference between 2 to 5 oz. I certainly wouldn’t look to my knife first if I was trying to cut weight either. That being said, I also really like the new mini-Adamas in CruWear for this purpose. Under 5 oz. and highly capable as a folder.

[@gutzboy1]

I'm not into lightweight backpacking but do back pack. I often carry a fixed blade that doesn't weigh over a pound and use a mora as my back up blade since they're good for wood working. But that's just my preference--not saying it's the best.

[@MokuNui808]

For a compact SAK i would reccomend the Huntsman and for a full size i would reccomend the Rangergrip 79!!

[@Pharto_Stinkus]

Any knife that's good for EDC is good for hiking, isn't it? I mean that's always been my approach anyway.

[@CadillacDriver]

Absolutely. These days people are too weak to carry an extra few ounces, so they buy light weight knives. If you need to trim your gear by such a little amount, you're too unfit to hike IMHO.

[@Pharto_Stinkus]

I mean I get the desire to go light and I guess I'm being a little disingenuous because I do go that route sometimes. I really like the pm3 lightweight and the bug out. I almost always carry a victorinox fieldmaster with me when camping or hiking but it's not necessarily because I'm hiking that I'm carrying it it's just my outdoors life.

[@jolness1]

Yay! New knife center vids! I'm keeping a close eye on your site as well, hoping to see a restock on the exclusive bugout for my wife (she fell in love with it and doesn't want to settle for any other color) and a Protech Malibu with the reverse Tanto. Thanks for the great content, it's very informative. There are other vendors that do videos but I think these are some of the most valuable from an information standpoint.

[@knifecenter]

Hey Jacob, thanks for the kind words! I have unfortunate news for you on the Battlewash Bugouts though :( Benchmade has discontinued the finish and we aren't able to restock them. I'm very sorry. -DCA

[@jolness1]

@@knifecenter Damnit! I appreciate you responding and letting me know. Might have to grab some aftermarket scales to find something she likes but I am very happy to be aware of that so I can try to convince her of other options. I think the bugout is a perfect size for what she needs to do with it and is very light. Thanks again DCA!

[@knifecenter]

Maybe take a look at our exclusive Hogue Deka: kcoti.com/2Pe623V We specc'ed these out to be similar to the Battlewash look but with upgraded materials. We are out of stock at the moment but should have more in the next couple of months. You can get your spot in line by pre-ordering and we won't charge your card until we ship the knife to you. -DCA

[@danvalleskey]

What is the bump on the front face of the Mora sheath? Hey, thanks for the shortcut bar, allowing jumps (and rewinds) to particular knives of interest.

[@knifecenter]

It is a place to push off with your thumb when drawing the knife. -DCA

[@alphvshots]

For any hiking, trips etc. I love my CRKT M1614D Big Dog

[@Jsmith9055]

I swapped out my mini Bugouts scales for some copper Flytanium scales. And no! The irony of putting the heaviest scales possible on a "bugout" knife isnt lost on me. When i hike, or do anything outdoors, and want a folder i always go with my Spyderco Sage 5LW. Its the perfect pocket knife for damn near any situation, in my opinion anyways

[@safromnc8616]

I actually keep a Mossback Hunter in my car for camping and such. A tad larger than the bird & trout. The Mora is a good option also. Also keep a Winkler neck knife (the Knight Zipper)in my hydration pack.

[@RadDadisRad]

I carry my 535 #598 FPR, definitely my go to for day to day carry.

[@stephenbridges2791]

I don't worry about weight. My outdoor knife is a Benchmade Nimravus. Got it from you, too.

[@MrGT500]

I need you guys to do a best fishing knives video. Fixed blade and folders. I used an SOG seal strike last year

[@bucknwilly6285]

I’d add the gerber spine or vertebrae I love my spine!!

[@dennisstolte1103]

Good review but surprised the Kershaw Chill wasn’t included.

[@guycalgary7800]

When I’m out and wearing a light t shirt and shorts , I wear my kabar 1117 neck knife.

[@jamesharris1493]

The best neck knife created up until the present is the Enryo from Spartan. S35vn and this knife can go through anything and holds an edge.

[@momcilomomcilovic4436]

A great video again David. I would also suggest Victorinox pioneerr, Cold Steel Code4, CRKT Outrage and Victorinox 111mm Swiss Soldier knif. Best regards Monty Momcilovic

[@momcilomomcilovic4436]

I own all of the above and would recommend them all.

[@ArjanGroenenboom]

pro tip for the SAK: replace the toothpick with a tortoise firefly firesteel! It's a mini firesteel that is specificaly made to replace the toothpick on a SAK.

[@sjohnson4882]

How about the Fallkniven WM1. Not sure how much the sheath weighs but the knife itself is very light.

[@mattharvey968]

DCA killing it once again with all the variety, I have a Mora Companion that I really like. It fits so well in my hand! Definitely want to get a Dozier!✌️

[@mattharvey968]

@R A agreed!

[@paulll47]

A friend of mine who is really into trekking and hiking swear by the lionsteel m1, he says that the thing is awesome to have in the trek and basically indestructible. I have the lionsteel m4 so I'm thinking about it, too bad for the price though 160 euros is a lot of money for a small knife.

[@BladeWalker77]

It is a good selection. I'm carrying my Izula I during the last weeks, I removed the coating because I use it for food prep. Good little and sturdy knife, I appreciate the fact it is easily concealable, In my country many people are scared of knives. I have a question about the becker BK11, the handle is 4 fingers grip for a medium size hands?. Thank you!.

[@knifecenter]

Might be a little tight, but possibly. -DCA

[@madblank]

What knives are out there with a double dagger blade, one straight edge, one serrated edge, like the old SOG Pentagon fixed blades made in Seki? Can I find this type of blade in a auto folder that also has a glass breaker? I checked the Protech and Microtech lineup, but could not find what I was looking for.

[@markjg2275]

These are all good choices, I like my Lionsteel B35 fixed blade along with a folding knife .

[@derekneumann]

DCA... you know what would be awesome??..... An Olive Drab Alox Vixtorinox Huntsman KC Exclusive..... don't worry man, I will keep bugging you forever, or until I get the first production one...

[@Piee89]

I like your style, man!

[@dustoniuspollywogus8105]

yeah

[@ninemimesleft]

Screwdriver is helpful for adjusting trekking poles.