Why Don't They Fire Him?

[@knifecenter]

That guy on the right looks familiar...

[@knafs_co]

I have no idea what you are talking about. 😉

[@etherealicer]

I know the guy you are thinking off, but that guy wears another color shirt.

[@jack.charlesc4750]

Are you talking of the curly one 😂 even the other one looks familiar also😂also 😂😂😂❤

[@davidheath2427]

Don't know he has disappeared a bit lately. Knife centre do not sack him he is the best in front of the camera.

[@guitarhero8110]

You mentioned being from Indiana. Curious what part. I was born in Evansville.

[@maxlvledc]

Two of my favorite men in existence..this is going to be good!

[@57125]

DCA is the best knife salesman in the game.

[@nickmartino2839]

???? What about tristate edc and zac in the wild???

[@maxlvledc]

@nickmartino2839 love em too

[@nickmartino2839]

@maxlvledc lol I know you do lol.. I'm just messing around lol....

[@maxlvledc]

@nickmartino2839 nice

[@eriktaylor5704]

Two men of the knife industry I respect most on a Knafs video. This is an amazing duet.

[@callendavidson2054]

Agree 100%!

[@knafs_co]

Lots of history here.

[@jeremynedrow7003]

DCA and Ben together in the same video was an awesome surprise . I don't think I've ever clicked on a video so fast I looked like the flash 😂.

[@knafs_co]

We had to do it for the people!

[@maybefrank8345]

I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many overwhelmingly positive comments on a KZbin video before. That’s definitely a testament to these gentlemen and all the time and heart they’ve put into this over the years. Way to continue to bring the team together guys!

[@PinkPummy]

The clickbait, how dare you! I got really worried for a second there haha, but thanks for bringing two knife industry legends together

[@knafs_co]

We try!

[@kermitthepog7063]

Most ambitious crossover event in history.

[@knafs_co]

Our children will tell stories of this!

[@Dracomies]

I love that guy! He's super chill and relaxing to watch and he knows his stuff about all knives. The show wouldn't be the same without him :D

[@slang-d-west]

DCA is personally responsible for me buying way too many knives.

[@AnAmericanFather]

Because that’s what he is: A knife salesman.

[@johncarroll3089]

My poor wife got tired of seeing Knifecenter each month in our credit card statement. 🤣

[@happykt]

Me too. Before I started watching DCAs video's just before the pandemic, I owned 5 knives. I now own 550 fixed and folding knives and could buy a new car with how much money I've spent on knives because of DCA.

[@johncarroll3089]

@@happykt that makes me feel SO much better! Good for you! I’m about to order a pocket tango

[@eriktaylor5704]

DCA and Ben have truly impacted my knife collection. DCA introduced me to joker knives and Ben to Boker.

[@richardl5956]

I like DCA's answer at 12:15. Respect for others. Respect for his employer. Earning trust.

[@maxlvledc]

To make a brand stick around long term...you have to control your own narrative. There is a cost to silence, and in every industry the one you hear from, is the one you buy from.

[@benbanters]

I love this comment. Thanks Dom.

[@DinoNucci]

Wrong

[@eddy.nmartinez]

All of the love and the support to these 2 guys, who have given to the industry so much. Thanks David, Thanks Ben.

[@tmkangas19]

Ben gave a mediocre design at best!

[@EDCandLace]

Mediocre at best to some, excellent to others. While it's not my taste in design language it's still a perfectly serviceable design that lots of people love and got good reason. It's a solid design, it's of quality manufacturing of said product line and it's always nice to support small companies and get a good product at a good value. Like I said, not my taste in design language and geometry but Banters has done it right quality and value and supporting good people. So while I knew 100% the landers wouldn't get carried by me I still bought one just to support a small Business that's owned/ran by people I like.

[@NeevesKnives]

Great video guys! Hope all is well with you and the Fam behind the scenes 👊

[@mbm2355]

Can I just say - props to you guys for always displaying / holding / presenting the knives well, visually. So many reviewers start talking and the knife becomes a magic wand, just waving around and never still, never facing the camera. Nice work - the experience definitely shows.

[@stephan123321]

Zwei großartige Personen, vielen Dank für eure Arbeit und Leidenschaft! Peace, Stephan 🙂

[@hillbillyfromtheswamp6223]

DCA at this point has become a legend in my eyes. I thoroughly enjoy all his videos and respect what he does for the knife community. Awesome video guys!! 👍👍

[@unfi6798]

Two legends together doing food tasting. Priceless.! We're fans of Ben & DCA. Just like David we are fixed blade people. More of legend guests vid pls. "The knife choose you". Cheers from Australia.

[@tmkangas19]

Legends?

[@The_RC_Guru]

@@tmkangas19based on your short history of yt comments you’re kind of a loser and your opinion has not only no merit but holds no weight. Go away troll.

[@ergezinger]

This video and these two guys together are why knives and knife bro culture are so great!

[@velvetine74]

I like tuning into DC, Seth and the crew, they have a very watchable format. DC is always very careful to get his facts straight, correct himself and admit when he doesn't know something. Pretty important when you're selling survival tools!

[@Dlutheran]

This is my one of my favorite videos on your channel it's so interesting

[@knafs_co]

Glad you're digging it!

[@bigboy5978]

This is an incredible video. You need to keep making videos like this. And you absolutely need to have David back!

[@Frank-uw5xq]

I still need that Knifecenter Purple Banter, been top of my list for two long...I neeeddd

[@kushviper]

David rocks! Nice collab

[@kwongyeang]

This was awesome. The whole conversation between 2 incredibly personable, learned, articulate KNAF guys was sooooo ASMR for me. And the food tidbits. I pulled up some egg and bacon salad to join in.

[@TheWatcher60401]

This was like watching 2 gods from different religions chit chatting their knife philosophies. I ABSOLUTELY loved this segment. Edit*** My go-to pocket fixed blade is the bmkt explorer sheepsfoot.

[@Swearengen1980]

gods? What are you 12?

[@alexandergutfeldt1144]

@@Swearengen1980... and you are a bit rusty and rude?😂

[@1980JPA]

Maximal looks like BM Grip competitor. Blade leans toward the Hogue version. Must have. This interview style vid is probably my favorite so far. Not just because it's DCA, though that helps, but this continued with others in the industry will have me watching every single time.

[@RyanHall_]

Hey Ben, that was fun to watch. You should definitely do more videos with other knife designers. I enjoyed the questions as well as seeing the co-evolution of similar designs.

[@abnr1983]

This was an amazing interview! Two people I have been watching on KZbin for a long time. Ben, you gotta get the Dutch Bushcraft Knives guys someday also!

[@rolltide1912]

Wow. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thank you both.

[@Cereal.Fidgeter]

David is the best! I'm loving these collab videos. Hoping there's more to come!

[@jessicaemmanuel4361]

This was amazing! Love the knowledge, passion and overall good human-ness of you both. It’s hard not to support anything you both put out in the world. Keep up the good work!

[@phantom6knight]

I have waited YEARS for this and I am ecstatic to see it finally happen! You two are literally the people who inspire, educate, mentor and motivate me to keep learning (about knives, entrepreneurship, life). I saw teasers in your email and on IG, and set aside time this morning just to watch this. I kept pausing the video every few minutes to let the wisdom of such prolific people in conversation sink into my brain. 2:29... Ben, you ninja! I didn't even see the Banter in your hand and went "WHOA? Where did that come from?!" Sleigh of hand magician! 5:30... bleary-eyed, shirtless and with a baby in your arms... this sounds like the ending of a hero movie. DCA stands up to greet the nurse, a nessmuk dangling from his waist, his slightly larger than average hands act like a cradle for the baby. He acknowledges everyone in the room by saying, "Hey everyone, DCA here, coming to you from the hospital room and it's our favorite time of the week - coolest new exclusive baby..." 6:24... Ben, you're a poet! "Knives crept into this really intimate moment with your family." What a great insight! Whatever your passion may be, it is all-encompassing. 10:55... "Conflict of interest" is fascinating. I believe that innovation within any industry requires people who are passionate, attuned to the moment, and have a deep understanding the field they are in. That wealth of knowledge and experience stirs the mind and soul. There are legal considerations, but that should not be used to stifle creativity or impose restrictions. Love DCA's experience and perspective on this! 14:19... "You have to find a way to keep your passion going in the day job stuff." "Find a way to keep yourself invested." *applause* 17:00... Ben, what's your "Fixed Blade Era" playlist? 17:50... "We're all inspired by the world we're around." Love this whole conversation about how sales data, customer interactions and being around the industry becomes the catalyst for your own tinkering and ideas! 19:30... Defend your thesis! Love it! 21:09... Pocket Tango + Yipper, it's great how you both had similar ideas and execution but from such different perspectives. Thanks for dissecting the methodologies. 27:10... Great question about what makes a brand stick around! Communication and consistency is critical. The discussion on this was so informative. 31:00... It's funny how this is relevant to my life. Your work at BladeHQ and the way you spoke about the Elementum made me purchase one, and I fell in love with it. Back then, I also discovered DCA, and one of my greatest hopes was to see you two in conversation. But how can that happen when BladeHQ + Knifecenter are competitors? That conflict of interest comes into play, and so I couldn't imagine how you two would be able to have a conversation together for us to see in public. But now this video exists because of where your journeys brought you. And me, I'm over here cheering and celebrating because it's probably the greatest moment in all of KZbin. 33:20... "It's part of my history but that history had to diverge. Which is good. It's healthy." Such wisdom. What's next? Here are some ideas! - We need a crossover or collaboration BPxDCA, KnafSmith? NordAF?! How about a Nessmuk Lander? :) - Ben you should totally co-host an episode of KnifeFAQ! Or do a challenge: Ben & Austin vs. DCA & Seth?! Ben and Seth, DCA and Austin. Get crazy with it. Forgive how much I'm geeking out on this episode but there is truly is so much here to learn from, and it's such a celebration to get the east-coast and west-coast knife-industry hosts together! This video needs an award!

[@atongs_edc]

These two guys are the main reason why I love watching knife contents. How about making a collaborative project? You know like, The Knafs Center? Lol just kidding. Love both of you guys!

[@hanktheknife4352]

I would be interested in pt 2 ten years from now. All the best for both!

[@theknifepub]

The Humble-Homeboys 🎉 awesome talk, thank you so much! Best wishes from germany!

[@IddoPinkas]

The conversation that everyone wants to hear!

[@mrchiefbs]

I met Dave and Ben at blade show in June and they're both very nice and genuine people.

[@DeconstructedWithJosh]

Nothing better than new Knafs episodes (and new Cedric&Ada videos hehe)! EDIT: no pocket check? :(

[@jacbosmitt]

2 of my favorite knife hosts in one excellent collaboration! Good video here.

[@Andreravone]

Been waiting years for such a crossover to happen! Great stuff guys! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@cintage]

Two of my knife heroes in one video. Amazing. Thank you. 🙏

[@homeslicesharpening]

Ben - thanks heaps for all the work you do to make the community a fun, generous, and welcoming place. You're such a blessing bro, always have been. David - I didn't realize that Nordsmith knives was a thing (I had only seen you on knifecenter) and I have been wishing literally for over 5 years that someone would make a capable food AND fire prep camp knife (and I've been dreaming and drawing up my own designs in my home office, lol). You nailed it with the Canteen, it's a phenomenal piece of design work (and in AEB-L! Which is exactly what I always thought of as the ideal steel for that purpose). Also, I actually think it's cool that in the hospital story you were doing skin-to-skin with your baby - it's awesome to have dads around who care about baby's needs and health from the get-go. Well done. Thanks guys!

[@artemkanarchist]

I bought both the Yipper and DCA's Pocket Tango, and they quickly became some of me favourite blades to carry and use! Thanks a lot for your work in the industry to both of you!

[@MikeyD8716]

David that knife is a winner. I like RPM9 Steel, easy to sharpen and decent edge retention. I like a wider blade. Has a great sharpening choil, deep carry clip, and great price point. Good job.

[@jordanmiller8603]

Two legends making an awesome video. I think the only other cross over that might make me fan girl more would be to bring in Felix Immler. I love the respect you both show even with differing philosophies.

[@KellyRobinette]

This is so awesome! You guys are great! I watch both of you as much as I can, and seeing you together just made my day!!! I think it’s so interesting how you both explained where you come from when designing a knife. I wasn’t one bit surprised when I first saw the Banter because I’d watched Ben talk about what his preferences are for a folding knife. And David’s Maximal doesn’t surprise me because I’ve watched him comment and handle so many knives. It’s such a cool thing to witness.

[@Staypuft1981]

Now I’m loving both these dudes. I left Ben a snide double sided comment once and he replied “thank you?”…and the baby banter is a great small knife or anybody knife❤

[@benbanters]

You’re welcome? 😆

[@troymanning3150]

There should not be a knife video on you tube if it doesn’t have one of these guys in it!……and those potatoes are friggin awesome.

[@KPPhotography620]

What a great video with 2 of the most down to earth folks in the knife world. Really good discussions about knife designs, partnering with the right people, and building a brand. (and I'm with DCA on the cheese+potatoes=unbeatable sentiment 😀)

[@PoetFisherman]

DCA seems like such a genuine guy. Thanks for the discussion.

[@johnathanrollins1603]

The knife world needed this collab!

[@traditionallarry5378]

I have to say doing a video with both of you was a very very great idea,I really enjoyed it.Thank You

[@Mo.89.]

My mind would’ve blown years ago if you told me I’d see DCA and Ben side by side in a video having grown to love both of them on Knife Center and Blade Banter.

[@jonlouis2582]

Two of my favorite guys in the knife space! Thanks for doing this!

[@InAbsentiaDei]

24:02 LOVE the MKM magnetic sheath. I carry Microtech Socom Alpha Mini Warhound in mine, with a wide ranger band about a half-inch below the opening bc the blade is a tad wide and cut through a small part of the upper stitching. I carry it in back right pocket, and there's no other that I would recommend.

[@MyNameJett]

Ed Van Hoy actually inovated the pull out/reversible pocket clip with CRKT on the Van Hoy Yea-Go.

[@garagemetalshop7975]

Love you guys, your knife industry banter and your take on Utah culture. Greetings from AZ.

[@rainerinteressierts]

Love how you bring in others from the industrie.😎👍 Greetings from germany

[@ExtraCrispy357]

KNIFE CENTER CAN NEVER FIRE DAVID C. ANDERSEN!! He is awesome; a very skilled presenter and reviewer of knives! IMO, he's funny, intelligent, entertaining, and very knowledgeable about knives! To me, DCA is like a humble, relatable, regular guy you would want to hang out with, go camping with, etc., so watching his videos is like hanging out with a good friend who knows a lot about knives! I always try to watch DCA's videos. I can't wait to get ahold of some of his knife designs! Thanks - I subscribed to your KNAFS channel.

[@nickmartino2839]

But also.... thank you... to who ever is doing this work... here on KZbin.... who ever is editing this footage I'm talking about...... who ever that is...... HATS off to you... ... these videos give me old bhq vibes from time to time... thanks...who ever is editing these!!!!!!! Keep it up. I miss the old days.. the old crew from bhq.... Kurt zac ben Jamie Trevor Kyle all the homies!!!

[@joea5810]

A truly informative professional video. Thanks, Lads. Best of luck on your endeavors. (Have a Lander 1).

[@kamilgorecki3561]

What a show! Love that we could learn so much new staff bout knives, all the stories and processes behind. DCA is such a great dude, love the work he's doing and beeing such low key and humble person is just a cherry on top. Congrats on first folder design! *you've given the seed Ben and now over 1000 of us are awaiting these corns!😂* Cheers from Poland guys, keep amazing work going 👌🏻🔥

[@raffs367]

I happened to be in Salt Lake City over the weekend, and actually had to go to Syracuse. Thought Knafs was close by but didn't realize it was literally 5 minutes from where I was. Managed to stop by the store on Monday and get my first Knafs (Lander 3, blue/satin blade - I really wanted to like the black, but I guess I am more a "traditionalist" - I had to get the sample one since it has been out of stock forever). Got the bit driver too, already used to swap the pocket clip, and I love how it spin! And went home with a bunch of extra goodies. Thanks!!!!! Most of all I got to "try out" some of the other knives (very dangerous, because I love them all and I am afraid of come over again :) One question: why nobody does a small button lock (lander 3 or maximal type) that is a flipper ? I think there are a few bigger knives, but nothing under 3". I am not a super big fan of thumb stud, but it seems pretty much any button lock use thumb stud.

[@monkpato]

What a great crossover! And, as a Utahn living in southern Spain the food was really making me homesick!

[@AXEUS111]

I really enjoy this premise. The insight and passion in yalls discussion is awesome. Keep it up

[@wpymes]

So much wisdom in 35 minutes! Thank u guys!

[@edclevel402]

The collab gods have smiled upon us this day!

[@knafs_co]

A blessed day.

[@AtafalWonder]

Why did we get Deadpool and Wolverine before Ben and DCA? This is the team-up we've been waiting for.

[@chrisreuther4546]

Two of my favorite knife personalities out there!!

[@GarrettsGear]

I would say that when it comes to knife content on the internet, these 2 men pretty much personify it!

[@vashock]

Take a drink every time Ben says “I love it” in videos🍻🤪

[@slang-d-west]

One more video and my liver is toast

[@keithbrown9198]

I have a Pocket Tango, and I love it! It's one of the few fixies I own. Great looking knife and very functional (I have the "reverse tanto" hee hee version with the olive wood handle). Bought it from Knife Center as a matter of fact. Good value!

[@michaelc3416]

Damn. I've seen David C. Anderson in videos more times than I can count, and I had no idea that he was a knife designer and business owner. I just assumed he was a sales/marketing employee that was drafted into being their video guy... Even more respect now than before.

[@Verus3]

Two legends in the knife industry. Thank you for this video!

[@johnruiz6743]

DCA! One of my favorite KZbin knife aficionados! 👍

[@chrisreuther4546]

This is one of my favorite knife videos ever.

[@Steelydan670]

Great seeing these two behind the same desk. Just one counterpoint about the pocket fixed blade sheath: the clip is an option, but it certainly does not need to be firmly fixed to the pocket. When the primary use is OTHER than gas station quick draw defensive carry, it’s a little bit slower but just as effective to take the knife and sheath out of your pocket and use the knife. No attachment necessary. Sometimes you don’t want a fixed blade handle sticking out of your pocket, it avoids snagging, and it’s safer than resheathing into your pocket, especially if the sheath is deeper carry. It’s simply a design choice and personal preference. I carry a small fixed blade in a slip inside my pocket quite often, and it’s all good.

[@chrisjosekuehl]

The only thing that could make this a better video is the DBK guys, those 4 guys, the three channels, all the expertise, years of testing and making knives, they would create the one knife to rule them all.

[@yornoc318]

Great interview, you guys are awesome! Now time to buy some more knives.

[@kurticeberg4566]

DCA I will be picking this up. Haven’t bought many knives lately, but this checks so many boxes I like. Great design, size and all! Congrats on your slightly larger than average success man! 😅

[@Josephshmosepf]

I think this might be my favorite knife video ever. Very entertaining!

[@profesorEDC]

An awesome interview, one of the best one's out there. Cuddos 👌

[@wardprocter2371]

This was great, good to watch you two together.

[@christophertaylor7034]

Best knife chat ever, thank you both

[@MikeMiguelPimentel]

I use to look forward to watching both KC & BHQ one right after the other but when Ben & Zack left their replacements were just too corny but than recently the guy and girl there now makes it kind of fun again I love what both of you guys build and wish you both great success and the two of you can be poster images for the American Dream still existing in Our great country

[@RyanPennington87]

Great production quality. Love it.

[@JonLaRue]

Wow this needed to happen. This was really cool to see you guys together.

[@emergentthreats]

This was fantastic!! Keep it up!!

[@3211Co]

Trully enjoyed the entire episode! Thank you! George, Los Angeles

[@Movillapablo]

Masterclass from two masters. Thanks 😜👍

[@Notmyrealnameanymore]

21:19 Thomas will be pleased lmaooo(rewatching for the second time)

[@JoeyKnifeInnovations]

Great video. Superb knifemaker/designer and I love that you eat while chatting.

[@xst-k6]

I clicked on this thinking it was another KnifeCenter gem, was totally surprised when it did not start with "Hey its David C Andersen..." 🤣

[@ericjandron6536]

this was an amazing episode. loved watching it.

[@michaelburda5631]

Good fun gents. Please keep up these interviews. Love it.

[@heavychevy4616]

awesome, enjoyed it fellas, thank u

[@matthewhebbert9712]

I'm a Colorado native. We make frog eye salad and funeral potatoes all the time, both at home just because they're good, and for family gatherings because they're good and because it is very budget friendly to make big batches for a lot of people. I didn't know they had a Utah/Mormon origin. Interesting and delicious!

[@Jasontheawesome1]

Bens fascination with "Mexican candy" is so entertaining to me. As a Hispanic in San antonio. Those suckers or lollipops as I say are pretty tame compared to what we use. Chinese plums or Chinese candy we buy at our local convenience store. It's real casual here. It's so cool to see

[@GOxHAM]

Ayyyyy two of my favorite knife tube dudes! I'll definitely be grabbing one of those Maximals.

[@Colorado_Kkid]

Great video ... Loved the content ... Very entertaining ... Thanks for sharing it with us ...