Giving Knives To Strangers! || Why Doesn't Everyone Carry a Pocket Knife?

[@ttmac8948]

It great to see your generosity. No one has ever walked up to me and randomly given me anything, especially a pocket knife. Thanks for doing something nice for others.

[@zacinthewild]

Nothing better then putting the good out there! Everyone was awesome to talk to as well.

[@frenstcht]

A guy once randomly gave me a bag of weed. Does that count?

[@bootsND]

@@frenstcht counts fs😂

[@hithere4719]

@@frenstchtbecause you already had a pocket knife 👍🏻

[@frenstcht]

@@hithere4719 It all makes sense now!

[@censusgary]

“Why doesn’t your wife carry a pocket knife?” “Because she can kill people with her bare hands.” Best answer ever.

[@Unacknowledged182]

me: dying laughing LOL

[@VrodegTheGoblin717]

@@Unacknowledged182 she: killing you laughing LOL

[@jonahardayfio7746]

Because this isn’t the UK

[@lunalovegoodwitch]

@@jonahardayfio7746 because if it's in America they can still question you if you're carrying it visibly around I personally think it's not a good idea to carry a knife regardless of where you are as if you get drunk or anything like that where you can't concentrate well then carrying a knife could have consequences

[@toolthoughts]

@@lunalovegoodwitch if you're using alcohol or other drugs responsibly, you know to take it into account and not to try anything silly or to be honest, not use drugs in quantities that make you impaired the tool isn't the problem here

[@kzrsh03]

I only carry a knife for the off chance I run into Ben, Jamie, and Zac and I can show it off. Great content as always guys!

[@mandoky1647]

I carry one in case I need to lodge it into some summer sausage, cheese, and crackers.

[@thefattesthagrid]

I never carry one so I can get a free one next time, again..

[@Nevyn515]

To mug them? Why else would you walk up to someone with a knife? And why would anyone approach two dudes in the street who are carrying knives?

[@bradleythompson4198]

Kurt seems like a cool dude too lol

[@_brianm]

As the token knife enthusiast among my friends, family and coworkers, I appreciate the work you guys are doing. These videos always make me smile 👍🏻

[@zacinthewild]

Got to spread the good word!

[@Head-Comrade]

Knifes for life

[@Head-Comrade]

Wait a good fundraiser - Knifes for lives - selling knifes for donation money

[@Musicmaster6921]

Such a simple video yet I found myself just smiling the whole time. The Joy these two get out of just interacting with people is great to see.

[@ethanlareau3970]

Isn’t it amazing what a difference you can make in a person’s day with a simple act of charity? The smiles on their faces were awesome! Keep up the great work!

[@stevea9456]

Love pocket knives. I remember finding my first pocket knife in the dirt! It was a fishing pocket knife that had been lost and was rusted and dirty. My Dad and I restored it as a project together - and I've had it ever since. The pocket knife is a useful, basic tool that comes in handy. Nice to see how it has evolved.

[@toshikotanaka3249]

I agree. I carry a Victorinox Swiss Army knife and I've had many instances where I needed scissors, or a knife, or a phillips screwdriver etc. Very handy tool.

[@lancasteredc7773]

I think this is awesome for both knife community and non members of the knife community because it shows US not everyone had a knife and to be practical at the end of the day but it’s also brings non knife people into the knife world which is cool…

[@zacinthewild]

We’re trying to spread the good word😁

[@Bojangles6]

This is in some way spiritual and wholesome. A knife is a basic life tool that humans have been using every day for millenia, and giving a knife to someone is like proverbially "teaching a man to fish."

[@rothero1363]

It sucks being in the UK - It is literally impossible for me to ever bump into you guys, and you're super cool and responsible for my knife habit. My last buy was the Milwaukee 6 in 1, tool you recommended. Keep up the great work chaps.

[@WhuDhat]

oi, yew god a loysense fuh thos?

[@Kobanyai_enjoyer]

Mate, don't go walking around with shanks around the uk. Old Bill catches you with a butter knife in ya pocket and you got yourself a 500 quid fine.

[@rothero1363]

@@Kobanyai_enjoyer Nothing wrong with a UK legal pocket knife in the correct circumstances in the UK. I carry one a lot. I just wish there were nice people handing free ones out like they were, that's all.

[@karvast5726]

Knives are a very touchy subjects there but hey you can still carry a traditional slip joint knife,worked for years,still works for the years to come

[@vincentlok8894]

@@karvast5726 can you carry a Swiss Army knife? Or a multi tool?

[@asterman2463]

My biggest fear is being stopped by these two and not having my pocket knife in my pocket haha. Don’t leave the house without mine. Great vid guys

[@dirtpounder]

That's when you take the opportunity and say "oh uh no sir I dont have one, yes I'll take that free one!"

[@SevereTstormFan]

And what pocket knife do you carry?

[@Terwin82]

or carrying a el cheapo gas station knife.

[@jasonscott6906]

That’s awesome to see you all out talking to people and giving Ben’s awesome knafs stuff away. Thanks for always staying positive Zac, Jamie and Ben. Great video guys!!!

[@zacinthewild]

Thanks for tuning in!

[@derivativegal9423]

I love Zac and Ben. So happy you guys are making videos together again.

[@zacinthewild]

It’s a great excuse to do wierd stuff together.😁

[@sauce1302]

@@zacinthewild never stop the collabs and the "in the wild" stuff!! You're becoming the heart of the knife community!

[@michaelmorrison4843]

Thanks for spreading the use of a pocket knife as a "tool" not a weapon! The majority of people think negatively about a knife other than a kitchen knife! It's a handy tool for many uses as is a hammer axe saw ...etc. Great job giving them away for free! 🤔😁

[@cliffguthrie7530]

The knife evangelists! Awesome generosity and fun to watch. Keep up the good work!

[@TheCrafsMan]

What a neat thing to do! :D I'm from the SOUTH-south United States and was raised to always carry a pocketknife. And it's crazy to think how different of a world we live in now: At one time (at least in the south), school kids had not only pocketknives but would roll into the parking lot with a rear-window gunrack, all decked out. It was never seen as scary, though, because it was a very different time then. (Mental health being what it is TODAY... yes, that would have been alarming.)

[@ogenmatic]

These vids are awesome! Love the reactions you get from folks and it’s a wonderful way to promote the positive aspects of carrying & owning knives.

[@zacinthewild]

Lots of people don’t realize how handy these little tools are👊

[@billballbuster7186]

Though I hid it from my parents, I carried a pocket knife at an early age, usually a cheap British army surplus "clasp knife" with can/bottle opener and marlin spike or a Swiss Army Knife. In the early 1960s an essential tool for a latch key kid.

[@ST-ue5fb]

Zac - you and Ben are so fantastic together (as is Jamie behind the camera). I really love your videos. They are always so fun and upbeat!!

[@petrimakela5978]

Nice to watch a video that makes you smile in a wholesome way

[@2873lonewolf]

So cool of you guys to make peoples day. Never have i ever been approached like that and it makes me smile watching others receive.

[@zacinthewild]

Definitely feels great great giving🤘

[@piepawrench]

From a 75yr old Vietnam veteran that ALWAYS carriers a pocketknife, (plus sump Um a little stronger), I enjoyed this video.

[@rbarnard264]

This is what humanity is all about. What a wonderful video guys! Thanks for this kind of content you two have brought joy in awesome way. Merry Christmas to you men.

[@blueeyeswhitedragon9839]

I'm glad that you didn't show anyone with a negative vibe towards pocket knives. This video was all smiles and giggles. Thank-you.

[@Chaosgoat]

You guys are the BEST! I know you made this channel for pretty much all your adventures, crafts and outdoor stuff, but you and Ben should start a new one together and keep doin this stuff, I mean I bet most of us here started into this (knives n EDC stuff) by watching your good ol days at BHQ. That'd really be AWESOME. All the best to you and Ben!!

[@maxlvledc]

Omg this is a great idea. This was so much fun! Those last three people...I couldn't stop smiling lol.

[@chrisreuther4546]

You two are just amazing! Love everything y’all do!

[@zacinthewild]

Thanks so much!

[@respektmygamer]

I love it when Zac, Ben, and Jamie are together, just like the good old days 😁. Love the channel Zac, and my next knife will definitely be the Lander, love everything Ben has been doing over at Knafs 💪🏾.

[@sbaunbooth1932]

Wait...everyone doesn't always carry a knife...really?

[@Stalker6622]

Yes ,there are people out there that dont carry a knife. And their lifes are miserable and shallow.

[@zacinthewild]

🤣🤣

[@sbaunbooth1932]

Well that just ain't right

[@1977NOBODY]

I didn’t start carrying a knife until this year….It’s a decent knife for me right now. I believe it’s the Wesn Allman in titanium 👍🏻I’m looking into the Benchmade bugout as my next knife

[@VaftrudnerKGA]

I´m not allowed to here in Sweden. It sucks, but I do have a small multitool with a small blade on if needed. ;-)

[@amacce79]

You guys are great ambassadors for the knife community. I cannot thank you enough for being such great representatives of our community. Thank you.

[@NeevesKnives]

Why do I never get to run into someone that asks if I carry a pocket knife. One day it will happen and I will be prepared lol

[@aaftiyoDkcdicurak]

From the guy who carries as much as Batman on his belt.

[@andyhayward1261]

That’s awesome what you guys are doing! Really a great example of rehabilitating the often stigmatised reputation of the knife carrying community! The vast, vast majority of people carry knives as handy everyday tools not as weapons - nothing to be afraid of ❤

[@americanmade6996]

"knife carrying community". I know what you mean, but it saddens me. I'm old enough to remember when men simply carried pocket knives--you had one from the moment you put pants on in the morning. Not because it was "manly", but because a knife is a tool (humanity's first manufactured tool) and grownups were expected to be able to do things.

[@andyhayward1261]

@@americanmade6996 yep it’s very unfortunate that we constantly have to explain why we would possibly want to carry a knife as tho we’re psychopaths who want to stab people. Because they’re incredibly useful tools!

[@justinmiilu4767]

I genuinely love how much you guys love pocket knives. It's what I have loved since your days of blade hq. This is quickly becoming one of my favorite channels

[@gstearsman]

The only time I never have a knife on me is when I’m in the shower, or when I’m sleeping. Currently contemplating which pocket knife to take to my company Christmas party tonight.

[@zacinthewild]

Hard deduction! Let me know what you land on🤘

[@gstearsman]

@@zacinthewild Went back with 1 of last week’s carry ZT 0562CF, a blacked out Spyderco Shaman full serrated, and this one I had to look up because it was a gift from my late uncle, and he just gave it to me and I always thought oh nice little Gentlemans carry knife never had any information on it before still can’t find any information on it. A Gerber 4660813A1

[@OreoDave]

2 nice guys doing nice things. I'm here all day for it! 👍😁👍

[@MrFreefonix420]

Imagine doing this in london lol

[@Phdintheory]

Carried a knife all my life. Currently have an otf that my lady bought but didn't really like so she gave it to me. Out of all the tools used in an average day the pocket knife is hands down the number one tool I reach for. I think I probably find a use for it about five to ten times a day.

[@c.o.r.v.i.d1617]

Man I want to meet these guys so bad just to show off my knives to someone who appreciates them.

[@grimreaper6042]

Ben you are a great guy and very generous I have already picked up a Lander but if I hadn’t I would get one just to support you thank you for all you do in the community

[@superdanriley]

I love when you do the "what kind of knife do you carry" videos. My absolute favorite. And Ben's Lander is for sure on my want list. A knife thats customizable is a great idea! Ben can you go one step further and make a knife that's modular. Some days I want white scales white blade. Some days I want gray ti scales black blade and blue hardware. Just a thought. Great video Zak. Please keep doing the "what's in your pocket knife" videos. Ben please send me a lander and a poster to Ohio. Thanks in advance gentlemen. Daniel

[@tonnynijholt7090]

This video has the best vibes! Very genuine guys and great energy!

[@rilesmattix5217]

Bro this is literally illegal in many countries. Insane how basic things like this are so restricted outside of the US. Love this country

[@mattharvey968]

Very cool and fun to see non knife people get a pocket knife and the smiles on their faces!✌️

[@ToolFoolz]

It’s so cool to see you and Ben back together.

[@larrykoroush6995]

It's good to see two knife guys I use to watch alot, and learn from, out doing what they like

[@shrooman777]

LOL at that guy who wouldn’t hand Ben his knife. Also great new idea for thieves, “hey we’re doing a pocket check, can I see your knife? Thanks now everything else?”

[@zacinthewild]

🤣🤣

[@Mortalcoil100]

That was a great video and a super awesome thing for you guys to do. Lots of fun and positive energy. Knafs is Ben's company... I will definitely have to keep it in mind for future purchases.

[@californiasun5866]

I have always carried a pocket knife since my dad gave me a TL 29 when I was a kid. I eventually carried a three-bladed knife. But I grew tired of the bulky feel I always had in my pocket. So late in life I grew to like slim and thin knives with a thumb stud. You mentioned opening boxes. I worked in auto parts for 17 years. I always used my big bladed knife to slice open boxes. One day I sliced open a big box and inside was a folded vinyl covered pad for the back of a station wagon. My knife slit the pad the full length of one fold. After that I found a tiny box cutter that fit on a key chain. With that I could just cut the tape on a box, and never ever sliced what was in a box again.

[@simonrockstream]

great vid! Would love more vids like this!

[@safromnc8616]

As always, appreciate you guys - have a great Holiday !

[@LiquidRetro]

Fun episode, I love watching these man on the street videos. I guess us knife enthusiasts are rare, we don't come up that often.

[@Ersk88]

Omg this video is fun to watch!! You guys got to do more like this! Great to see Ben! I love my lander!

[@ANYONE3041937kyc]

Great that knives are not criminalised where you live. I wish it was like that everywhere.

[@TheGreatest1974]

Amazing to be walking around gifting good knives to people. I just today gifted a vintage postman’s whistle to my postman. He was pleased as punch with it!👍🇬🇧

[@josephlopez6501]

you guys are the best! ... Knife-less men are life-less men!

[@daniellyne1]

Hey guys that's so kind and generous of you both good on you'll, its so nice that kindness is still about in this day and age .God bless you both 🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 enjoying your videos from across the pond Swift and Bold

[@mikafoxx2717]

A good pocket knife is always handy to have. I love my Opinel EDC, and Mora companion if going outdoors. I don't smoke but also always carry a lighter, couple bandages, enough cash for some food in case the system is down (again). A Leatherman is also a good tool. Pliers are the best if you've got something that needs fixing.

[@matthewhiggerson6764]

You guys are freaking awesome!!!! Ive been giving pocket knives to my sons friends and other people I meet along the path of life. I have had a few of them comment years later how they can not live without them now.

[@richterknives]

This is legit the coolest knife video I've ever seen.

[@JohnFleshman]

My edc knife is a tiny fixed blade I made last year. 3 finger grip with a 2 inch blade. great for opening boxes and shipping bags.

[@vojdanzaprov4643]

I admire your enthusiasm guys. Keep up the good work of keeping the oldest tradition alive. Greetings from Macedonia.

[@thegofastkid806]

This is awesome.. I wish I could be a part of something like this. Ben is such a cool dude and this whole project has just been kick ass man! Got my all black lander in my pocket and I’ve been on the hunt for some scales.

[@BangTheRocksTogether]

Hell yeah.This is what youtube is for. You guys are RocknRollas!

[@1001Hobbies]

In 1990 I got a job in an Irrigation Warehouse, selling and mostly shipping irrigation parts. I had carried small pocket knives before but to cut down cardboard boxes to "right size" the box for shipping an item, as well as for opening boxes of new inventory to put on the shelf, I got a larger pocket knife. I've carried a larger pocket knife ever since because I learned how incredibly handy it is on a weekly basis in the rest of my life as well. Then while I was an Assistant Scout Leader I learned having a serrated blade to be able to cut rope and saplings was also necessary. So since then I've had knives with 1/2 serrated blade. I am on my second, and last, Benchmade Knife, only because I can't imagine ever needing a different knife. This one is quality, and serves my needs perfectly.

[@VeniVidiVid]

You guys always make my day! Thanks for today’s smile. 🙂

[@phantom6knight]

I love seeing you guys interact with people like this. Definitely keep it going!

[@johnnyd667]

You guys rule. Keep spreading the gospel. Great way to educate people on knives!

[@nahumdeleon8453]

This guy's are changing the world!!!

[@CJRoberts8812]

Before I retired, I had a friend that would need a knife about once a week or so. He'd look at me and ask, "You have a knife?" I'd give him a "raised eyebrow" look, with a silent "Really?" because he KNEW that I always have three knives on me. A Victorinox Tinker, a Joe Pardue Utilitac II, (2), and a Leatherman. I've carried a pocket knife since I was about 10 years old and my parents gave me a Boy Scout knife for Christmas. It absolutely astounds me that there are people who DON'T carry a pocket knife.

[@taylormahan1744]

Merry Christmas. My edc is the talwar xl serrated. Looking forward to my lg luzon under the trees 🌳. I've had to cut a blown tire from a T/T. A great knife 🔪 is the best edc multi tool.

[@5_C_G]

This was so amazing, love, appreciation for community, and preparedness. ❤

[@Nick_The_Knife]

Another great video with you two. In life if someone I know says "I need a knife", I will give them one that I think will fit their needs. I love when they actually use them and it's even better when they become knife enthusiasts. It would be awesome if you could track some of these people down in a month to check in.

[@Etred02]

Great video again, thanks for bringing our community closer and sharing good vibes/knowledge with everyone!

[@Raees-Divitiae]

YES! Awesome random giveaway! Give a fish, or give a rod. Give a rod every time. Nicely done, gents!

[@thehudsons8778]

Love you guys..... just got the lander with the mountain scales for my 15 year old daughter for Christmas, and the tool burrito and the iFix driver for me

[@chasepotochnick8216]

Hi Zac. You guys are so cool and it’s so nice to help those guys out. I keep remembering stuff but you should do a video on the best pocket knifes that aren’t spring loaded.

[@zacinthewild]

Doing the good work😁👊

[@tylerbryant5021]

DANG IT. This was in my local area. 🤦‍♂ I knew as soon as I had Deja Vu looking outside the Scheels store lol. Would have loved to meet you guys!

[@xkolbacca7160]

Same! I’m there all the time

[@MerricMaker]

Best explanation I've heard: Having a knife is like having a truck. It's perfectly possible to go through life without one, but about once a week someone will need to borrow it.

[@motorolas]

I've had a Leatherman Micra for 16 years. Got my 11yo daughter and 8yo son their own Micra this year, and hope they have years of use.

[@Jimmy-gd5ho]

I'm a PM2 in s45 with camo scales EDC guy. Shaman on the wknds for the garage where I prefer the added strength

[@jasonK1375]

Last girl was cool and cute lol. A new carrier!!! Spread the love!

[@madmajek]

Awesome video. Nice to see you two making people happy. More like them please. :)

[@zacinthewild]

We’ve got something fun planned for January!

[@Charlielizard]

Great video popped up and after watching, had to subscribe. Your generosity was very nice to see. Thank you!

[@GreatGabriel11]

Amazon mostly but I've also use my knife as a pry bar, shovel, a stick to knock somthing closer/grab and I bit of food cutting

[@Handlethis342]

Good stuff guys, putting smiles on people’s faces.

[@meatpopsicle42]

Awesome vid! Loved the interaction you guys had with people. Never heard of you or KNAFS, but you just got a subscriber and Ben got a customer.

[@wayneholmes637]

I carry a combination depending on the season and if I am in Germany of S.E. Asia. 1. SAK + Buck 110FG + Vanguard. 2. SAK + Fällkniven PC + F1. In the "wild" countryside additionally an A2. Works for me and all get used.

[@chrisseeman2215]

I’m 54 and I’ve been carrying a pocket knife since I was 8. Right now I daily carry a Emerson CQC-7 mini.

[@brettcashmeredesigns688]

Great video guys. Love the concept and diverse answers people gave. Can’t wait to see the next vid.

[@wardvandroogenbroeck786]

Where can i get one of those rainbow trout knives ?

[@utookmynames]

I would be so excited. I love a new knife, nice seeing others get excited. I got my first “nice” knife this year and I can’t ever go back. The only cheap knife I’ll carry now is a box cutter.

[@Zombu47]

I almost always carry a pocket knife on me. About 10 years ago I was working at a steak house and was opening boxes of meat to label and set in the fridge to thaw. One of the ladies that worked the counter walked over and got scared because I pulled out my knife to cut the tape on the box. She asked why I carry a weapon on me. Mind you this was a 3 inch blade folding knife so to me this was probably the smallest pocket knife I've ever carried. Also keep in mind I'm surrounded by 5-9 inch chef and butcher knives/cleavers on the walls. I understand that not everyone grows up around knives as tools but that still tickles my funny bone to this day.

[@jollygiant-xq1lk]

I have a old buck knife from 20 yrs ago. Used to carry it non stop but no longer carry it (or any now) but it sits in a particular spot on my desk just for packages and some other random crap.

[@artisanwalkertapleyco]

Absolutely LOVED this video! Love watching y’all!

[@zacinthewild]

We had a blast too!

[@mulepowerforge]

I made a knife for wild animal protection. It’s based off a rondel dagger but daggers are illegal to carry in Canada so I had to change it a bit. I also make fixed blade bushcraft and hunting knives. Started forging blades and now I’m getting stuff ready to start production and sell some.

[@auggieedc205]

Zac and Ben are National Treasures!

[@mynamesjudge]

The guy at 3:40 was me until I started buying all my knives in blaze orange. It makes finding my knife so much easier.

[@The4cp]

Love seeing people get knives. Just ordered the Big Banter Ben. Can't wait for it to get here!

[@zyriab5797]

To answer the question you ask at the very beginning: I live in a country where carrying any type of knife is illegal (Belgium). I do carry a 50€ folding knife all the time, my collegues were somewhat shocked when they saw it and I was asked "why do you carry a weapon". People just could not understand I carry a knife as a tool... just like they carry pens. In the end I talk with my CEO and I still carry it all the time. People act all rightous and shocked but they are always happy when a sharp pointy tool is needed.

[@TWknives]

Can’t get enough of y’all’s content! Great stuff.