Videos tagged with Knife Durability Test

The D'Avila Rio Adventure is a 5-inch fixed blade knife featuring a full tang construction of 5160 carbon steel with a phosphotized coating and deliberate hammer marks for a custom look. It has a bone handle and sheath, and comes with a lifetime warranty. However, testing revealed significant weaknesses, with the tip bending easily when batoning through timber and the edge chipping when attempting to chop a nail, contrary to advertised uses.

This video tests six pocket knives across various price points ($30-$250) through a series of durability and sharpness tests, including cutting paper, rope, onions, wood, aluminum cans, beef, and tomatoes. The tests aim to assess how well each knife performs and how quickly it dulls. The video also includes a segment where individuals guess the price of each knife, highlighting the disconnect between perceived value and actual cost. Ultimately, the presenter suggests that expensive knives may not be necessary for typical everyday carry needs, as even less expensive options performed well under stress.

This video from nutnfancy details a rigorous durability test on various knives, including the Buck Nighthawk, Cold Steel Recon Tanto, Ontario Rat 7, Ka-Bar, and Becker BK7. The test involves striking the knife spines against shale rocks to assess brittleness and structural integrity. The results highlight the performance differences between various steels and construction methods, with some knives failing catastrophically while others prove exceptionally robust. The assessment is delivered with an informal yet critical tone, reflecting the instructor's extensive experience with gear testing.