Videos tagged with CPM 154 Steel

This video provides an in-depth review of various knives showcased at the Blade HQ Knife Festival. The presenter, Lt Col Nutnfancy, offers his expert opinions on models from Microtech, Spyderco, Kershaw, and Benchmade, highlighting design, materials, and value. He emphasizes durability, steel quality (like M390 and Nitro V), and overall performance for EDC and tactical applications.

This video details the collaborative Fieldcraft Survival x Montana Knife Company EDC knife, designed by Kevin Ostella and Josh Smith. It emphasizes the knife's utility as a 90% tool, 10% weapon, highlighting its rounded handle for comfort and safety, textured grip for wet conditions, and thin stock with a flat grind for superior slicing. The CPM 154 steel is noted for its rust resistance and edge retention. The sheath design, also by Montana Knife Company, features a Discrete Carry Concepts clip, adjustable retention, and a taller back for safe re-sheathing.

This video provides an in-depth review of the Spyderco Respect FB44GP Bowie knife, highlighting its design, materials, and value proposition. The reviewer, Lt Col Nutnfancy, emphasizes its traditional Bowie influences, CPM 154 steel, and robust construction, positioning it as a high-quality collectible and fighting knife. He also compares it to the Jesse Hemphill Bowie knife, offering insights into handle ergonomics and overall value.

This video reviews the Guardian Tactical Recon 35, an Out-the-Front (OTF) automatic knife. The reviewer highlights its technically competent design, excellent materials like CPM 154 steel, and superb action. He also discusses the importance of OTF knives in reversing a trend away from automatic blades in the market, noting their utility in specific situations like motorcycle riding. The review covers the knife's aesthetics, potential color variations, and compares it to other OTF models.

This video reviews the Kershaw Launch 5 and Launch 6 automatic knives, highlighting their Emerson-inspired designs, CPM 154 steel blades, and affordable price point. The reviewer praises their build quality, edge retention, and deployment speed, while also noting minor critiques regarding the clip design and handle ergonomics. The video compares these models to other automatic knives, emphasizing their value in the market.

This review focuses on the Kershaw Launch 2 automatic knife, comparing it to other Kershaw autos like the 7000 and Rogue, as well as competitors like the Piranha Model 1 and SOG Spec Elite 2 Auto. The reviewer highlights the Launch 2's CPM 154 steel and fast action but expresses reservations about its mid-grind blade shape. The video also touches on the discontinuation of older Kershaw auto models and the importance of EDC choices.