Videos tagged with Jimping

This video provides a first impression of the Neeve Knife Co. Offender, a knife designed by YouTuber Jared (Neeve Knives). The reviewer, Marine X, highlights the knife's MagnaCut blade, recurved Tanto Harpoon style, and titanium scales. Key features discussed include extensive jimping for grip on the lock bar, spine, and finger choil, a deep-carry pocket clip, and excellent action for deployment via reverse flick or front flipper. The reviewer emphasizes its suitability for experienced knife enthusiasts seeking a premium EDC option.

This video introduces basic knife terminology for firearm enthusiasts. It covers essential parts of a knife blade, including the spine, primary bevel, cutting edge, and jimping. The instructors also explain the function of a swedge, noting its role in improving penetration and reducing blade cross-section, drawing parallels to firearm design principles.

This video provides an in-depth review and modification guide for the Knives of Alaska Featherlite Hunter, highlighting its lightweight design and D2 steel. The presenter, with extensive knife review experience, details how to enhance its EDC and hunting capabilities through modifications like adding zip ties for better deployment, installing a deep-carry pocket clip, and adding custom jimping. The review emphasizes the knife's value, US manufacturing, and suitability for various tasks, while also comparing it to other popular folding knives.

This expert overview of the Spyderco Para Military 2 (PM2) by reviewer Nutnfancy details its Hall of Fame status. It covers the CPM S30V blade, ergonomic enhancements like the 14mm deployment hole and improved jimping, G-10 handle, 4-way clip, and the reliable Compression Lock. The review emphasizes its excellent value at approximately $110, highlighting its lightweight design and robust performance for tactical and everyday carry.

This video review of the Kershaw Chill highlights its exceptional value at a $16 price point, making it a top budget EDC option. Reviewer Nutnfancy, an established gear authority, details its RJ Martin design, 8Cr13MoV steel, and lightweight G10 construction. He also demonstrates a practical modification by adding custom jimping to the blade spine for enhanced grip, showcasing a hands-on approach to improving gear performance.

This guide details the process of applying a custom DuraCoat finish to an Ontario RAT 1 folding knife, as demonstrated by expert Nutnfancy. It covers essential preparation steps like modifying jimping, sanding, and chemical treatment for adhesion, followed by the precise mixing and application of DuraCoat using an airbrush and compressor. The result is a durable, aesthetically pleasing custom finish.

This video provides an update and review of the SOG Aegis tactical folding knife, specifically focusing on the satin-finished model. The reviewer notes that while it's a great knife overall, the jimping on this particular version is less aggressive due to the polishing process compared to black TiNi coated blades. Suggestions are made for potential modification using sandpaper to improve the grip and "bite" of the jimping, which the reviewer feels SOG should address in future production.

This video addresses a common complaint about the Benchmade Pika II knife: the inadequate grip on its spine jimping. The creator demonstrates a simple modification using a Dremel tool with a thin cut-off wheel and 400-grit sandpaper on a wood block to enhance the jimping. This seemingly small fix significantly improves the knife's utility, making it a much more useful tool according to the reviewer.

This comprehensive review of the SOG Aegis knife, presented by experienced gear reviewer Nutnfancy, breaks down its design and performance. Nutnfancy highlights the knife's lightweight Zytel handle, effective SOG Assisted Technology (S.A.T.), and functional blade geometry, comparing it favorably to other SOG models. The review emphasizes the importance of functional design in EDC tools, with a focus on ergonomics and carry convenience.

This video reviews the Blade-Tech Mouse Lite, highlighting its positive attributes such as a good blade shape, excellent jimping, comfortable ergonomics, decent steel, and light weight. However, the reviewer notes significant drawbacks including a very slow deployment mechanism and a less-than-perfect lockup, though the deployment issue might be rectifiable with polishing. Despite these flaws, the reviewer suggests the knife could still be a viable option for those who can tolerate a sub-2-inch blade, especially considering its $25 price point, stout and controllable blade, full flat grind, and available color options.

This video reviews the Spyderco Endura 4 knife, focusing on its perceived downsides compared to previous generations. The reviewer notes the addition of steel liners, making the knife heavier, and expresses dissatisfaction with the lockup, describing it as not rock solid. Despite these criticisms, the video highlights positive aspects such as the blade shape, jimping, VG10 steel, clip, and overall value.