The Kershaw Decibel: The Surprise of 2019 So Far

Doc P's take on the Kershaw Decibel: • Kershaw Decibel - Unbo...
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[@New2Kendo]

I just ordered one it these, I didnt look at any reviews prior, I just liked the look, and I am glad to hear its a good edc.

[@carlitobrigante5419]

Picking one up , JT !!! THANKS, brother ! Another classic review !

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahaha not sure I'd call it a classic, but I'm glad you liked it man. Hope you enjoy the knife too!

[@carlitobrigante5419]

@@JTsKnifeLife Thanks, JT ! As I said, another CLASSIC review. You're rather prolific, my man ! As for the knife, I am looking forward to.it !!!

[@randyf.9188]

You gotta give em credit for thinking outside the box. That is a very unique design.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Honestly, I give them a ton of credit for it. It's a pretty bold design to try to execute well overseas, and they pulled it off.

[@DocP91B]

Love the review, and thanks for the shoutout! And may the Force be with you.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Was a bit surprised to see it on your channel, didn't think it would fit your tastes. But yeah, like you said, a good occasional carry, maybe not an all the time knife. 👍

[@peachjackson3856]

I’m actually kinda digging the look of this knife. The blue accents are very cool and the pivot is just unusual in a good way. Loved the review as always. Thanks man! 😁

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Thank you Peach! Hope all is well with you. Be in touch anytime, it would be great to catch up!

[@elijahclark6093]

I've had my eye in this one as well. I've been patiently waiting for someone to post a video giving it the yay or nay. It seemed like a nice little lightweight EDC but I was scared that the ergos would have been terrible. But after seeing this I think I'll pick one up.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Yeah, I really like it. Surprised at how good it was to use!

[@joshuathomas4934]

I own one and carry it every day. The finish does where down on the blade but. I think it looks cool. It’s been a solid knife and it’s very comfy. The finish does grip on things causing the knife to not glide through cuts of cardboard perfectly. I love how easy it is to operate with just one hand. Very easy to fold with just one hand. That’s why I own it. I cut things on a ladder sometimes and only have one hand. I don’t want a fixed blade on a ladder. Not safe.

[@scottf.3808]

I like the blade shape as seems like it could be a good utility knife at work for light work.....Reminds me of those disposible utility blades and I think that due to the blade shape.....I dig it....Good review sir....Good stuff....

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Thanks Scott. It does have that nice utility shape, that's for sure.

[@BigRedEDC]

Dude that is pretty funky...and kinda damn cool at the same time!!! Dude you are really talking me into getting one! Thanks brother!!

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Maybe, but it seems that anytime our opinions differ it's about ergos. So what works in my hand might suck in yours hahahaha. Can't be certain.

[@BigRedEDC]

@@JTsKnifeLife I hear man! I do like the look of it though!

[@EverydayCityCarry]

Dope review JT. I remember the Convo we had about the decibel on IG. And the poll results on your stories. It was pretty funny. Those weird wear marks appeared on my Deadline too. So strange. Thanks for sending this one over.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Sure thing Rai. And yeah, they just use a cheap blade coating. I play it off on the vid but it is a bit more or a bummer than I let on, and I should have stressed it more. I have no plans to get rid of the knife, so it only needs to look good for me, but I do wish that coating held up a bit longer at the very least. Especially on a knife so looks oriented.

[@NeevesKnives]

Im a huge animal lover to, i was even an animal trainer for a while but i think i do the same thing with hobbies

[@JTsKnifeLife]

I considered going into training, but I figured that some passions are better left as hobbies. I'd hate for something I love to turn into a job that I don't like.

[@bobb.9917]

COOL little knife....That was REALLY good advice about MassDrop/Drop....I have been impressed with what you get for the money, if you choose wisely!

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Absolutely Bob B! Thanks for checking this one out!

[@Michael..r]

so which is better the epistle or the descible….I plan on getting one like to hear what your thought is

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Design wise definitely the Epistle, but I think the Decibel is better built. Both knives are pretty solid in my experience, so it really comes down to what look and specs you care about.

[@herstal54s]

Great review. Have the decibel on my bhq wish list but jumped on the d2 caligo after seeing your videos on that one.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

100% the Caligo is the right call. Had they swapped anything else besides the steel (color, scales, etc) I'd have gotten that one instead.

[@zachstuff]

Initial looks had me thinking utility knife to a fabric sewing knife. Cool to see it is one to consider!

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Surprised to have seen it this way!

[@AndWhatISeeIsME]

I've been looking forward to this.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

What do you think?

[@AndWhatISeeIsME]

@@JTsKnifeLife I think I'd really like to see a premium version! You covered all of my concerns with the thing, now I just need to talk myself out of buying one. (It's not looking good)

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahaha let me know how that goes!

[@2004wrxy]

It really isn’t a bad looking knife , I’m digging it

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Yeah, it grows on you. Liking it more and more.

[@dalecarpenter8828]

That pocket clip like the strier clip locks the seam in the cut out for the lock bar and is nearly impossible to get out of the pocket ! There is a lot of friction on the pivot just because of the large surface area !

[@ocomegashadowstacking5886]

Really nice looking knife reviews!!! :D

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Thanks Amos!

[@Volkmannx]

Interesting, thanks!

[@CaptDavesSportfishing]

hmmm, good staple remover. do they sell these at office depot?

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Naw, Office Depot is struggling. Depressing place really that only sells toner and glitter pens. They have actual staple removers too, for like $8. If you want to remove staples with something I'd get one of those and save the money. If you want to get a progressive looking knife design that will be pretty darn good at basic daily tasks, this knife might be good for you.

[@blitzbbffl]

JT...wanted to show up at the scene of that "train wreck" and report on the Dirty Laundry! Too phunny! Btw, really great advice on MassDrop.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

For all the crap they put you through with long waits and slow shipping, Massdrop does make a solid product. Not many train wrecks there hahaha

[@zachstuff]

The Benchmade Ares you have is fantastic! Nice pickup and the hook up from Stassa23!!! What is your favorite breakfast cereal???

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahaha what? Cinnamon Toast Crunch obviously!

[@paddyspotatopeelers2154]

Very interesting knife mate. Still not sure i want it. I am sure its a cheeky little number. Lol atb paddy 😊👍☘️

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahaha cheeky is a great way of putting it. Sure is a bold design. 👍

[@chogokin666]

Mine is stiff as board out of the box. I've had this issue with frame locks being bent in to far. I'd love to get it opening like you have. Any input. Oil, loosen pinion? I cannot one hand open or close at this point.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Got to start with the pivot. If it isn't opening it must be too tight.

[@chogokin666]

@@JTsKnifeLife Thank's for the reply. I have loosened the pivot and I still can't open it one handed. This leads me to believe the frame lock was bent in too much, or it's a dexterity issue with me. Only other knife That was like this is the Gerber pocket square.

[@timbo4374]

I actually like the looks of it. Kershaw has a few good looking designs this year, but I've sworn them off. I've just had to many issues with them. Poor grinds, stripped or free spinning screws, broken springs, etc.I'm a lot like you..a serial hobbyist, lol. I am always into something, go full bore into it, until I get tired or bored with it. Knives seem to be lasting much longer than most other hobbies I've been into though. I hope that sticks around.I've always carried a knife, I just wan't into the hobby part of it until around a year and a half ago. On the bright side, if I do ever get bored with it, I can sell them off, and recoup at least some of the money I've spent on them. I can't say the same about the rest of the hobbies I've been into.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

I agree. WWE DVDs don't have much resale value hahaha. Knives are way better.

[@eric21881]

Ordered one, can’t wait to get some pb washers and check out the edge and how it is behind the edge then throwing it on the edgepro Hoping for a more premium version to come out

[@JTsKnifeLife]

I highly doubt we'll get a more premium version, but I'm interested to hear what you do with it and how that goes. Let me know!

[@brianhilligoss]

Did the blue rub off on your hand? Or pen leak?

[@JTsKnifeLife]

It was a pen, but more of an explosion than a leak, sadly.

[@Apalm12]

Looks like a good little edc

[@JTsKnifeLife]

It really is!

[@esoteric5277]

12:25 Ouch 😲 As a dedicated follower of fashion posing as a fully functional knifecollector I really think I registered something like a hurtful feeling just there 🤔 Thanks for your honesty though and I think I'll pass on this interesting design 😣

[@dude28405]

I like that Mat you have where did you get it

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hmmmm. Amazon I think.

[@ThePaPappy]

MassDrop LOL, I was looking at the Terzuola CYRUS persian on there but what the hell is a Triple-bevel hollow grind ??? 🤔😃

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Well, yeah, some of them are a bit screwy lol.

[@ThePaPappy]

@@JTsKnifeLife haha I wonder if kme makes a setup for that ?

[@JTsKnifeLife]

@@ThePaPappy Massdrop would probably sell it hahaha.

[@rickkerans8485]

Interesting video. That knife looked like a train wreck to my eyes. To find out it had good Ergos and was a decent cutter really surprised me. I expected you to trash it on video but you were able to change your impression and in so doing did change mine.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahaha yeah, I don't usually take pleasure in trashing a knife, but I sort of expected to jsve to do it here. Glad that wasn't the case!

[@Lemonhoko]

Good review...if the knife had better blade steel and PB washers or bearings, I'd be onboard....but for 40 bucks, I think theres much better out there.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

There definitely is better out there, can't argue with that.

[@johnscarborough4746]

A lot to like about this knife, a techno gent's folder. I think I'll wait for it to show up on the secondary market as the price is a bit more than I want to pay.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

I hear you there. And I bet there will be a number of people who get it and just don't feel the way I do. Might be able to get a good deal.

[@FidelCashflow_YT]

Don't like the cutout or the pivot area. The overall shape of the handle is good. Pocket clip looks like something I'd remove/replace. It's alright...not something I'd buy personally tho.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

The design certainly isn't for everyone, can't blame you for that.

[@rekozma]

So I just get buffering on the video so I'll watch it later but from what KZbin and my enterwebs will let me see. Me likely likely. Seems like a good goto for a church knife or small office carry. Thanks brother. We need to hook up via email. I have some things to send you.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Definitely good lighter carry kind of knife. Shoot me a line any time man, [e-mail] is always open!

[@heavyhanded1782]

I think it’s beautiful just wish it was a little cheaper or a little better. Maybe if it were D2 otherwise I’d need it closer to 20$ to buy it.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Sub 30 would be ideal I think.

[@TruthAndTattoos]

6:26 'And it worked,.. And the jimping was good.' said the Knife God

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahaha indeed!

[@chuckgilley9608]

Great job. Like the design . Attn: Kershaw, please run out of nitride coating. Thank you.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahahaha yup

[@tntanto]

Weird looking knife, but thanks for the review.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahahaha definitely a bit odd.

[@m1henry]

"Gas station Cheap" so stealing that line

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahahaha go for it!

[@dalecarpenter8828]

Reviewers need to stop calling paint a coating !

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Well, isn't all paint a coating? Fill in the blank: I painted my house and when I finished I realized it needed a second.......yep, the answer is coating. I don't know what else to call it.

[@mj1653]

Blade grind looks pretty bad, as usual with the Chinese kershaw.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Not the best part of this knife, could be better.

[@citystar87]

The new paraframe

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hmmm, not sure if that's meant as a good thing or a bad one.

[@crabtrap]

i got this knife for a lighter but sturdy ligth pack knife (canoeing ,MTBing etc). my only 2 complaints: 1. it needs a laynard hole as bright paracord keeps knives like this from getting lost in the weeds or street. 2. the pivot screw and other screws appear to be some weird torx standard. i'm an ex-lic gunsmith and NONE of my torx or allens fit Pros: it light, flat profile(good for pockets or packs) yet tactical enough to drop a n1gga if you had to defend yourself or others. it also would not look overly 'wicked' to a jury if it came to that.

[@stuartb9194]

Stylin'

[@JTsKnifeLife]

And profilin'

[@FTA4evr]

A cool design, but they are charging way too much for this knife imo.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

What do you think would be good, 30 bucks maybe?

[@FTA4evr]

@@JTsKnifeLife Considering that it is an "in house" design and they aren't paying the extra $10 or so most collaborations seem to rate, I would say $25 would be about right. I might even consider the $35 price if it had even slightly better steel.

[@bumstudios8817]

Shout out to 8cr13mov

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Always! 8cr fo life!

[@scottc95]

liked the video dont care for the knife though.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Well, I appreciate you watching it!

[@Tankman333]

looks like you have a bit of of a sleeper there ugly as sin on the outside but a speciality on the inside kinda like my sister you need a majority to form a consensus (her turn on the barrel)

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahahaha okay then.

[@Jesusisarepublican]

This knife looks like it should be $20 dollars. Personally I thinks it’s fugly.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Hahaha well, it's a polarizing design to say the least.

[@drameday]

I sort of like the design, but I only buy US made Kershaw knives.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

Well, you can't really go wrong with their USA stuff. It's all pretty darn good.

[@Sugardaddy501]

I prefer small neck knives nordic hunter pouch style or multitools with blades if it too hot to wear a neck knife.

[@JTsKnifeLife]

I used to wear a neck knife but not so much anymore.

[@Sugardaddy501]

​@@JTsKnifeLifeFair; they can be annoying sometimes. Need a breakaway for my neck knife considering right now it has none.