THE TOP 20 BEST POCKET KNIVES OF 2023

[@metal_complex]

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[@logh7171]

Baught the t1000 and carried itmall october to celebrate 5 years clean from heroine and its absolutely amazing and a perfect addition to my overbuilt knives.

[@patrickbledsoe2176]

Congrats on 5 yrs!

[@megacab]

Good sh*t man!

[@l4so102]

What a great year for knives, i "joined" this hobby last year and your content is awesome for newcomers so thanks for that

[@machpandac]

I trust metal complex more than any other reviewer. I just agree with most of the things he likes about knives. Not sure hes for everyone but his content is gospel to me. keep up the good work MC.

[@karabinas]

Not sure he’s for everyone!? YES HE IS! 😛😛

[@JeR-96gunNutjob]

He's better than the rest I've seen

[@CloudyShinobi]

I trust leftyedc (Kevin) and neeves knives a few percentage points more, but I love metal complex too

[@crktritual]

It’s a tie between Metal Complex an Advanced Knife Bro. Just my 2 cents.

[@BennyBladez-]

Definitely trust his opinion and his taste in knives is excellent.

[@bunsonhoneydew9099]

The WE Cybernetic has a super style factor that reminds me of some super sleek knife Enzo Ferrari would carry. Definitely the most streamlined of the knives in the video. The lines all flow so smoothly from end to end.

[@SupaBuma]

New knife enthusiast here. The Winter Blade Severn pre order went live last night and I missed the 8PM launch by 20 minutes! The Laser Bacon Green Titanium sold out?! NOOOO! Glad that I came back to the pre order page an hour later. Got One! And STILL available for pre order as of this comment writing! What a beaut of a knife! That T1000 is super sweat too! Great Channel you got here! Instant subscriber! Keep 'em coming!

[@ssjxdragon5837]

The ohlone goat axl even has an adjustment to apply more tension on the omega springs. I tried it out but I think the default is plenty of tension.

[@S8NSAYS]

One of my favorite things about my Ohlone Goat A.X.L. is the complete lack of branding. It lets a beautiful design speak for itself. I wish other knife companies would follow suit.

[@Christopherr380]

Love when you post these videos, I end up realizing there are so many knives I like that I never have even heard of

[@justinsnow3979]

This is a great list as always. Have you checked out the we nefaris or kunwu padre yet?!

[@LiveFreeOrRIP]

IF you are getting button stick try to rotate the button some. It will change the way it feels. Until you find a good spot. This works.

[@JasonLeeDeeCee]

Does the Severn count though? It’s not even available for preorder yet and won’t be released until well into next year. Does it just need to be announced in 2023? Just curious, is all!

[@HarryBallsich]

Bought a T1000 on a whim and boy was I happy. It is so good. I hope they use that lock system on a non over built knife.

[@joeftan]

My splurge knife this year, and a nearly perfect EDC knife is the Brown Knives Mini FSD-i. I definitely prefer the integrated/liner lock to the Brown Lock. The front flipper ergonomics happen to work great for me, though the fuller is by far the most satisfying deployment method, with a perfectly tuned detent.

[@javzee2315]

I have a dumb hang up with knifes with thumb studs. They remind me of my cheaper knifes when first starting off.

[@bigfudge20]

couple of very very tempting models in this video. i’ve been eyeballing the kunwu knives and the WinterBladeCo knives a lot lately. might have to make room in the collection to accommodate something like that. great video Complex!

[@anthonykitchen6533]

I think you are single handedly lassoing a percentage of total edc enthusiasts, well done MC and here’s to 400! Thanks for being there and keep being you.

[@Mikesullin]

Haha literally just got my launch 16 in the green today!! Love it!!!

[@mikehinnekamp]

Did you do that to the little bit by the pivot on your T1000? Looks sweet. Now mine looks stupid lol.

[@alexandregraulle607]

And i love the Stone wash on it !! ^^

[@Rascal77s]

I'm kind of surprised the Rike S05 didn't make the list. That blade is something unique in production knives. I'm hoping to get the limited edition winterblade soon.

[@michaelinsc9724]

I agree with you regarding the absolutely amazing design of the WB Severn...but it's a preproduction sample. Production won't be released until next year. But it is YOUR list and YOUR video. 😜

[@metal_complex]

True! I might have to include a note with that knife

[@robertbrunello]

I like the Stitch better than the MSI IMHO.

[@alexandregraulle607]

The bar-lock of Microtech are perfect. As all there knives ..! ^^

[@jamesgibson2849]

Winter 🥶 is coming and I’m readyyyyyy wohooo 🎉

[@OhlmostFamus]

Would the Mini Adamas carbon fiber with magnacut make the top 25 list?

[@metal_complex]

Technically not a 2023 design. Just a re skin/special edition

[@OhlmostFamus]

@@metal_complex gotcha. Thanks for the clarification. I’ve been rocking the arcade for a few weeks now and it’s been great.

[@jeremyames-bourn3810]

@metal_complex Have you done or thought about doing edc/knife storage as a video topic?

[@funandgames7847]

Will you be doing a fixed blade video thanks for the info

[@clintcrosby6337]

That is an impressive list of knives. Love that solid. Thanks MC

[@mikeh5967]

I want a big, bad Brat with carbon fiber integral and properly heat treated magnacut. And around a 3.75-4" blade. DREAM COME TRUE!

[@NoLaneRestrictions]

I just hands down loved this video!!! Thanks Metal Complex!!! Cheers.

[@theRickestRickOfAll]

After such a long wait I've just managed to order a full ti xm18 direct from hinderer! I don't know anyone IRL who will understand, so thought I'd post it here! 🤣

[@marcusg503]

I loved them AII, great selection.

[@ogbenzel]

Will you be checking out the Guardian Tactical Scout soon? I just picked one up and I’d love to hear your thoughts on it. I think it’s a really clean going out piece.

[@F0XRunner]

I do love the Hoghouse Veli, its like if Koenig and Shirogorov had a baby.

[@markp4401]

I haven’t seen one available for purchase yet.

[@alexandregraulle607]

I absolutly want the Kunwu Padre. But i can't find it in France. I've only seen the Django. But the blade is a bit different ..!

[@woofman4796]

My wife got me the spyderco shaman for Christmas, it's coming this week??, just before Thanksgiving, $267. and some change with tax, the black g10 and blade version, I've been wanting this knife for years, she ordered it last weekend, today is 11/19/23

[@patrickbledsoe2176]

Great taste and cool wife

[@woofman4796]

@patrickbledsoe2176 thank you and yup, my wife checks all the boxes 😁, this will be my 3rd spyderco, I have the tenacious and the PM2, both in all black, I love spyderco knives

[@patrickbledsoe2176]

I haven't got a spyderco yet ive always carried a pocket knife but till I stumbled across MC's channel I've just carried a Case stockman and Gerber vč

[@timtitus2532]

Some good stuff, I have a couple that were presented. Good video. Thanks

[@paullmight42]

I'm convinced, Brian Winters is an alien...

[@DrDrewdude]

Fantastic list! It has really been a great year for knife enthusiasts

[@chancederosier3378]

I enjoy theses kind of videos

[@RenedeDon]

Hog House Veli makes Metal Complex talk in lowercase, it definitely is something special 😉

[@Jayscott75]

😂

[@alexandregraulle607]

Microtech make a lot of Otf, but my favorites are the Ultratech and the Utx !! ^^

[@kippbrown1972]

Some really solid choices on that list!

[@Seaward1224]

Wish you would provide the msrp on each knife as you present them

[@metal_complex]

You can find it by using the links for most of the knives. It's in the description

[@phillyskinny4479]

Green Titanium, M390, Laser Bacon - Had to get me one (7 month wait). Silver, Collectors Orange & Green on the way, oh my.

[@brendanfitzgerald7860]

Ram lock vs axis lock?

[@shaggy_e210]

I think an all black Arcade with green anodized hardware, thumb studs, and inlay would look really good.

[@Pluggernaught]

Watched this video solely to see the Padre. Of course seeing the rest of your list was great as well. All well deserved. But Kunwu Padre for the top 10 is a given......RIGHT!!! Lol. Love your channel dude.

[@kevinwilliams0214]

How is the Severn the most ambidextrous if I can’t flip the pocket clip to the other side?

[@metal_complex]

Look again. You absolutely can

[@kevinwilliams0214]

@@metal_complex oh really??? Wow I didn’t know that!

[@shawnsadventures2852]

If some one asked me what i was carrying and it was a 19x.. Should i just say 19 or say it's a 19x ..i feel like I'm not a cooll kid cause i have a few but no 19...😢

[@CloudyShinobi]

I already own the original we knife vision, so I don’t need the civivi budget version right? They didn’t change that much plus worse materials

[@abners4780]

Im curious if you'll show me something i must get like you usually do😅 wallet is afraid right now.

[@Stevieray55]

no doubt the standard ram lock still hasn't left my pocket since i got it it's awesome

[@Frank_N_701]

I'm hoping to see WE knives Orpheus on this list before the end of the year. I know it was just released, but I like the design better than the GTC collab.

[@elde667]

Not a big MC fan. However, this list is virtual perfection. Very thoughtful, thorough and well done. Perfection.🏆

[@metal_complex]

That actually means a lot. Thank you 🤝

[@BrutalWear]

i wish i were you for like a week so i could fondle your collection lol seriously bro you have the best stuff hands down! im a budget guy myself and i have killer knives in the 30 to 130 area and thats my comfort level and thats where i will most likely be at my entire collection career tbhand there are plenty of great picks in this zone these days! But id love to have just one 200 plus dollar knife just once! Peace

[@Valhalla1987]

Would love a large pyrite with a wharnclife blade

[@danpennella]

Outstanding list from an outstanding reviewer. MC you single handedly brought me back into the fold after a 20 year hiatus from knife collecting and I must say it’s been a treat! This list is outstanding and I’m happy to say I have a few of the knives that made the, dare I say it, cut! Definitely grabbing more from this list at some point but over the last several months I’ve decided to go premium over budget and that takes a lot longer to accumulate. Thanks again for everything you do!

[@jaylendjillson5783]

I want to purchase the stitch but im afraid of whatever black coating it has rubbing off and exposing the aluminum and looking ugly. Anyone know how durable the coating is?

[@masonk1l023]

how much is the rook?

[@yankee2yankee216]

Funny thing about that WE/GTC Solid, which I think VERY attractive, is that it’s got a lockbar cutout ON BOTH SIDES! But apart from that I love the angularity. It looks forward modern to me! It is on my long list.

[@alexandregraulle607]

The Brat is classic. It's just the one handle who are original. And everybody like this type of blade ! ^^

[@Stevieray55]

I agree the Ram Lock is perfect

[@joemarcano3733]

Omg these knives are too expensive for me! The most I would spend on a knife is like $50-$100 bucks! Might even be cheaper. The switch blades you showed I would have loved having but $500. Outta my range! Great knives but can you do a vid with lower price range and that can be taken apart for shipping ...

[@metal_complex]

These end of the year videos are not created with the average budget in mind. It's truly and unfiltered "best of the best". That being said, at least three of the knives were well under 100. In any case, I've already done the video you're requesting this year. You can view it here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpzbmYl6qJ6Gmbs

[@vr6trooper]

Love the Satyr but I miss the first flick opening every time haha. I want to send mine somewhere to anodize it and have them add some texture, very small amount to the opening so I can grip it better. Hell I’ve seen people thumb flip it and thats even harder for me haha

[@believe722]

I'm really getting into your show here!

[@rossauce12]

Favorite is the last, didnt hear the price, ive spent alot on knives. And when i spend over a few hundred they cut paper and stay in the box cause i dont wanna mess it up

[@nc1906]

dude the visual of your intro to the Reate exo m was like a fighting game character intro. like that creepy dude with katars from soul caliber. 12:24

[@kakappawpmaiangche7090]

Super cool knifes but still can't believe Eminem loves knife more than me😂

[@justicesword1549]

Each one of them is awesome but the WE Knife Cybernetic Knife is truely special !

[@LostCoastEDC]

No love for the Berg Blades Sweeney? Probably my favorite knife this year. Simple design but man is it good! But I know there’s just too many knives to choose from 😂

[@rossauce12]

My favorite user knife that is a button lock is the brs apache

[@sloanNYC]

Would love to know how many knives you reviewed this year compared to getting the list down to 20. Just the number of videos you produce is insane.

[@albertogaller7617]

I've never ordered from metal complex personally myself but I am open to it

[@metal_complex]

You can't order from me. I don't sell anything 😉 (I appreciate what you're saying)

[@chiefbrody-ks7bh]

Love the content. Keep up the great work.

[@kingtaj]

As always, excellent and expert opinion about some extremely cool knives. If you had to choose a knife on this list for "craziest overall value" in regard to pricing and quality, what would it be?

[@metal_complex]

Best dollar for dollar value is hands down the vision FG 👍

[@chea575]

"Choppy Laser Robot Boy" That's the new Octopus High-five Surprise

[@BlueSeismic]

Really thought that the Null Knives Voodoo would have been here, definitely my personal favorite of the year.

[@metal_complex]

2022 release

[@seancollins3711]

Whoa, how does time go by so quickly? I could have sworn it was released this year as well. Still a grail knife for me, hoping to find one on the secondary market for a reasonable price someday!

[@colombebeau]

Same case as the Severn, the Voodoo pre-order was in 2022, but customers only got them in 2023. Severn will only be in our hands later in 2024.

[@metal_complex]

​@colombebeau that's true. Might need to hold odd on the Severn for the final video

[@CombatBanana]

Sharp be design mini evo se with the ramp detent is so good

[@libertyHammerNM]

Fun video, thanks MC.

[@TheHolyMrH]

Grate video! Timestamps or text for the brand and model would help. As a not native speaker a view models are hard to understand

[@metal_complex]

It's in the description. Each knife is listed in order

[@alexandregraulle607]

Again,,, a We, Star treck one. Gorgeous. ^^

[@alexandregraulle607]

Yes Reate T 1000 !! Amazing !! ^^

[@alexandregraulle607]

I love more and more the beast one like that !! ^^

[@printer1105]

Still love my civivi brigand in green.

[@jonnytoast]

Bryan Winters is a genius. Maybe A fidget blade god. Blade geometry A+,ingenuity A+, quality A+. I understand the ting of the factor was just a happenstance of the manufacturing process which he thankful decided to keep and this would have been after the fact but instead of the name factor it should have been resonance.

[@mikereese15]

Whoda thunk this list would be so We heavy. Love what they have done this year.

[@loganramsay378]

How much is the serge rook

[@metal_complex]

$1000 base

[@natehoover5266]

If the Cybernetic had a regular flipper I would have bought one for sure!

[@alexandregraulle607]

The Meguron make me think of the Racoon ..! ^^

[@BASE5NYC]

Amazing list. Damn.

[@J.DeLaPoer]

The Reate Exo is the ultimate fidget knife I think (it's literally that viral Tiktok gravity knife fidget toy, except real -- and while I generally hate gimmicky meme crap like that, this thing really serious _is_ great to play with!). Very nice machining, top notch fit & finish, and with the lock it's practical as an EDC. Of course cool factor and gimmick factor are both off the charts, but it's usable and again honestly practical, depending on which blade type you get. If I could change one thing it'd just be to add a bit more of a stop or guard at the end of the handle; because it's a straight handle and a bit short, it seems easy for your fingers to slip onto the blade edge. Just my opinion though and it's certainly not a deal breaker.

[@alexandregraulle607]

Wouaoo,,, Hogues house. Perfect one. I would like to know his price ..!

[@kingtaj]

I have the original Exo and I think it's viable as an EDC, but you must wear it in a sheath. It's not safe as a "pocket" knife.

[@pretentiousname01]

I wish the new exo razor/coping blade came with a pocket clip

[@bt7775]

It’s only fitting that the top 20 by MC for 2023 is my favorite video by MC of this year!

[@RoxorPlox]

@metal_complex Would you go with Ultem or G10 scales for the Vision FG, I know you have Ultem there in the video. Just curious of your thoughts overall.

[@ZachBroughton]

Missed out on the Padre the last drop, as the Paypal-only payment through Kunwu's site caught me off guard. Will not be missing the next one. Just need to decide if I want satin or stonewashed.

[@Pluggernaught]

Hate to break it to you pal, there won't be a next one on the Padre. Kunwu is going to be releasing a whole new slate of knives next year, and as Kunwu is a small company they have to retire most to all of their current lineup due to limited production capacity. So, if they are still available on Kunwu's website, get it. It does sound like alternate version Padres may be released, though, possibly an axis lock version.

[@chiefelephanttuskbong8081]

Like most people i have absolutely zero use for the T-1000 but damn do i want one and eventually I'll get one, and yes i will 100% carry it from time to time because it's way to Kick-Ass not too