We need to talk…(state of the channel, burnout, Chinese knife shilling, ad reads and more)

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[@justified_edc]

I really appreciate the kind words and encouragement from everyone who commented. You guys are the best 💪🏼

[@shortyxmoshpigx5488]

you bring two things to the table: a) you fit a niche. you are one of very very few youtube persons that do stuff on defensive edc fixed blades. b) you are (seem) honest af. do content whenever you feel like it or whenever you have stuff to talk about. dont feel pressured or something. i'd rather watch a video once a month (or less!) that is high quality than... yea olight.

[@justified_edc]

I started this channel to fill a niche I didn’t see on KZbin. I’m very happy to hear you guys think I’ve filled that niche well

[@plottwist340]

Bro, your channel is the best EDC channel on youtube in my opinion. I don't care about having 5 new reviews about 5 knives, lights or wahtever that like u said hasn't been used/tested. Take your time and keep doing what are you doing: like customs knives, you produce few high quality reviews and videos. We will be here to see and enjoy them like we always have

[@justified_edc]

Wow, best EDC channel on KZbin is high praise. I’m glad you enjoy the reviews man, they’ll still be coming out as much as possible.

[@ryanjordan7268]

Your channel and reviews have made an impact on my life. I'm carrying item review gear in my EDC. The gear has improved my safety and my family's. Keep up the good work!!!

[@justified_edc]

That’s so cool to hear man. This comment was super encouraging. Thanks for watching as always 🙏🏼

[@TheWestboom]

Bro just do whatever feels good, don't worry about getting new stuff and spending your own money all the time just for the sake of the channel, just try to have fun with it and if you are not just take a break🤙🏼 it's all good go out in nature with a buddy or 2 and enjoy life, use your knives, always makes me feel good, have a good one👍🏼

[@justified_edc]

I’m planning on going camping several times here in the next couple months so I’m very much looking forward to getting outside and using my knives in that way. Nature is good for the soul. Thanks for the kind words man

[@ericasedc]

Dude you KNOW I feel ya on this one.

[@justified_edc]

It’s rough out there when you don’t wanna be a shill for China

[@ericasedc]

@@justified_edc Trust me , I know!

[@HandymanEDC]

Just started my edc channel. I realize how shilling products is seemingly the only way to make youtube a successful business, so im not getting my hopes up. I just like talking about tools and idk anyone is real life that wants to hear about it

[@justified_edc]

That’s exactly why I started my channel man, just someone to talk to about my hobbies. Don’t despair, if you can find a niche that you fit into and are passionate about, there will be others that also feel the same way. You may not blow up overnight like some of the big channels, but having a small group of loyal subscribers is pretty cool.

[@Bladeblinded1957]

Take a break brother but don’t go away ✌️

[@justified_edc]

You can’t get rid of me that easy 😉💪🏼

[@Bladeblinded1957]

@@justified_edc ❤️

[@CrimsonCrux]

I can't even begin to rattle off the tons of EDC knives, guns, holsters, flashlights, gizmos and gear I've been introduced to from this channel and bought. VP9SK, SW638, Sosby, Milmak, Aux mft, Offensive Industries, flashlights, bags etc. Keep up the good job but take the time out when you need it. I think your followers want quality over quantity. (I also want that new Sosby very badly).

[@justified_edc]

That’s so cool for me to hear dude. I really do love hearing that people get gear based on my reviews. I’ve had several makers reach out and say they had customers that were sent by me or comments like yours that let me know I’ve helped them find stuff for their carry. Thanks so much for watching man

[@birdmanne]

I kinda stop watching all the knife channels that are just constantly showing the newest civivis. Been enjoying your videos ✌️

[@justified_edc]

Me too man, it’s sad to see so many channels turn into content farms for constant waves of new Chinese products. I’m glad you’ve even enjoying the content, thanks for watching!

[@bryanreilly1290]

Hell yeah bro! Get some add money damnit! Im not gonna knock you for getting some compensation for all of the content you're providing me for FREE. Love the channel and im here for the foreseeable future. Keep your chin up

[@justified_edc]

Thanks for the positive words bro. I am exited to be getting some video sponsors so as depressed as I sounded in this video, I am still excited for the future

[@gastonwhite1]

the donut comment had me lol

[@justified_edc]

I get everyone has their personal taste…but I can’t stand the donut trend lol

[@corneliusadventurers5821]

It’s the TikTok effect!

[@justified_edc]

For sure man. I absolutely loathe how short peoples attention spans are for media so I really don’t want to feed into that. I know if I try to do that it’ll just wear on my mental health just as much as the people watching.

[@ironkid8836]

Fair play to auxiliary for sponsoring your videos ,maybe reach out to some more makers and ask for some knives to review no chinesium shiiiit,ha I'm pretty sure alotnof makers wpuld love and extra bit of exposure

[@justified_edc]

Mike (AuxMfg) is the man, I’m forever grateful to him for some of the doors he’s opened for me. I do have a small, solid group of makers who consistently send me things to review, but I’m always looking to expand. I recognize that these guys are just regular dudes like me too who need to make money off their products so I don’t wanna drain them of hard earned products haha I gotta keep expanding the lineup

[@ironkid8836]

@justified_edc I have a karl jnr what a lovely blade the pocket bowie is next on the list amongst others any recs for a large bowie?

[@justified_edc]

@@ironkid8836 AuxMfg is coming out with a larger version of the pocket bowie soon. I believe he’s taking some prototypes to blade show. Other than that, the Turner CNC Jackalope XL is pretty sweet

[@granne2970]

I can appreciate the honesty about your situation. The redundancy of videos as of late is getting maddening!

[@justified_edc]

100%

[@emanuelroth7960]

Thank you for not shilling for and assisting communist china. That's a level of integrity I wish more KZbinrs would have.

[@justified_edc]

I try to do my best to avoid it when I can

[@Mrams_22]

Hey man! I’m a new sub and I think your content is really insightful. I really appreciate how your reviews are more about how the tool performs as opposed to other channels who just talk about how it looks. Keep up the good work. Quality over quantity 👊

[@justified_edc]

Hey welcome and thanks for subbing! I’m glad you’ve been enjoying the reviews. I try to focus on practicality over anything else, which is something that seems to be lacking in todays “review” world

[@williamsmith5429]

Respect for staying true brother like the fixie

[@justified_edc]

Thanks man!

[@ironkid8836]

Stay true to your own style bro ,and don't shill one of thebyourubers I have watched for a very long time is the outdoor gear review agenda free it's the most honest way 😀

[@justified_edc]

Thanks for the kind words man 🙏🏼