Videos tagged with AUS8

This video reviews the Diskin designed Volcan Coronado pocket knife, highlighting its exceptional value at an $18 price point. The reviewer praises its "outsized utility," a perfect 1:1 blade-to-handle ratio, quick opening, and lightweight design. The AUS8 steel with a hollow ground shearing blade is also noted as a significant feature. The video also briefly showcases other highly recommended EDC blades, including models from Kershaw, Spyderco, SOG, and Cold Steel, indicating a broader discussion of EDC gear. The reviewer assigns a perfect 5 out of 5 on the Nutnfancy Likability Scale.

This video provides an in-depth review of the CRKT Shenanigan folding knife, focusing on its "Hawaiian Tactical" aluminum variant. The reviewer highlights its striking appearance, comparing it to more expensive titanium tactical folders. Key features discussed include the 3.25" AUS8 clip blade with a black titanium nitride coating, aggressive swedge, milled jimping on 6061 T6 aluminum handles for improved traction, and comfortable rubber inserts for excellent ergonomics. The review also touches on practical aspects like pocket extraction due to the rubber inserts, the Ken Onion designed flared clip limiting carry options (tip-down only, not ideal for lefties), and the efficient strip lock mechanism. The knife is praised for its outstanding value at around $50, and its availability in Zytel frame and combo edge versions is mentioned. The reviewer places it in his "BEST Tactical Knife" playlist, giving it an 8 out of 10 on his likability scale.

The SOG Trident is a high-value tactical folder featuring a fast assisted opening mechanism and a reliable Arc-lock. While its AUS-8 steel offers a good balance of toughness and edge retention, it lacks significant rust resistance. The clip point blade is well-suited for EDC tasks, though the jimping is purely cosmetic and offers no grip enhancement. Despite a less-than-ideal blade-to-handle ratio on paper, its ergonomics provide a secure grip, making it a practical choice for its ~$60 price point.

This video review focuses on the SOG Daggert 2, a professional-grade dagger with a 6.6-inch AUS8 blade designed for close-quarters combat (CQB). The reviewer highlights its Fairbairn-Sykes-inspired weighting for improved hand retention, a narrow blade profile with steep sharpening angles, and a partial serration on the spine. Positive aspects include pommel hammering capabilities, a well-shaped stainless steel double guard, a roomy and grippy Kraton handle with grey spacers, and an excellent Kydex sheath with an improved Hypalon retention strap and American Sportsman QD attachment. The Daggert 2, priced around $100, is considered medium-value and is available in various colorations like matte black, beadblasted grey, and tigerstripe. The reviewer rates it a 7 out of 10 on the Nutnfancy Likeability Scale, acknowledging its limited purpose but potential life-saving advantage in its niche role, and also noting it as a fun collectible.

The Spyderco Dragonfly is highlighted as an excellent lightweight EDC option, particularly the FRN model for its weight and cost-effectiveness. Despite a slightly higher price point for its size, its quality justifies the cost. The knife features a controllable AUS-8 or VG-10 blade with a full flat grind and a linerless FRN handle with 'Volcano Grip' for secure handling. The lockback mechanism includes the David Boye dent for added safety.