Videos tagged with Lockback

This video explores various common blade shapes for everyday carry (EDC) knives, detailing their characteristics and typical use cases. It covers the versatility of the drop point, the strength of the clip point, the piercing capabilities of the tanto, the slicing power of the recurve, and the utility of the warn cliff. The presenter also touches on different locking mechanisms and opening methods, offering recommendations for beginners.

This video showcases several Telum tactical knives distributed by Rock Ridge Outdoors, highlighting their features and intended uses. The Titan is an automatic knife with a D2 stonewash blade and aggressive G10 grips, suited for tactical applications. The Trimmer offers a more refined aesthetic with an S300 steel blade and a combination stainless steel/G10 handle, positioned as a high-end pocket skinner. The Scorch is another automatic D2 steel knife, versatile for both tactical and skinning tasks, featuring interchangeable clips and G10 grips.

This video reviews the Buck 110 Auto, a Blade HQ special featuring green canvas Micarta inlays and a brass frame. The reviewer discusses its heritage, automatic deployment mechanism (a lockback design), and compares it to traditional Buck 110 models. While appreciating the craftsmanship and collectible nature, the reviewer notes its significant weight (7.2 oz) and lack of a pocket clip as potential drawbacks for modern EDC, suggesting it's better suited for belt carry in a sheath. The 420HC blade steel is deemed adequate, and the overall fit and finish are praised, though the included sheath is considered underwhelming for a special edition knife.

This review by Nutnfancy provides an expert-level overview of the Spyderco Dragonfly 2, highlighting its design evolution, improved features like jimping and a deep-carry clip, and its suitability as an ultra-light EDC knife. The assessment emphasizes the practical benefits of its FRN handle and VG-10 steel construction, positioning it as a favored choice within the EDC community.

This review of the Spyderco Calypso C54GPB highlights its strengths as a lightweight, fast, and effective tactical and EDC knife. The presenter, Nutnfancy, emphasizes its VG-10 steel blade, G10 handle, and thin profile, comparing it favorably to other Spyderco models like the Police G10 and Endura 4 G10. While noting minor drawbacks like a slightly small deployment hole and the riveted handle scales, the overall assessment is highly positive, recommending it as a collectible sprint run that is also highly functional.

The Byrd Cara Cara2 G10 is presented as an exceptional value tactical folder, offering performance comparable to much more expensive knives like the Spyderco Endura 4 G10 for a fraction of the price. Key features include its durable G10 handle, a sharp 8Cr13MoV blade with a Full Flat Grind, solid lockup, and comfortable ergonomics with effective jimping. It's recommended as a 'Hall of Fame' value knife for everyday carry.

This guide, based on Nutnfancy's review, focuses on the ergonomic features and blade design of the Spyderco Stretch 2. It highlights the importance of aggressive jimping for control, the benefits of a full flat grind for slicing, and the overall lightweight design suitable for tactical and everyday carry. Nutnfancy's expert assessment emphasizes the knife's refined, problem-free design and its potential 'Hall of Fame' status.

This review focuses on the Spyderco Endura 4 G10, comparing it to the larger Police 3 G10 and the standard FRN Endura 4. The Endura 4 G10 is praised for its robust G10 handles, full flat ground VG-10 blade, and excellent lockup, making it a highly-rated tactical and EDC option. While heavier than its FRN counterpart, its strength and features justify the slight weight increase for many users.

This video provides an in-depth review of the KaBar Dozier folding knives, highlighting their exceptional value and practical design. Nutnfancy, an experienced gear reviewer, details the AUS-8 steel blades, Zytel handles, and reliable lockback mechanism, emphasizing their suitability for everyday carry and utility tasks. The review covers various blade shapes and offers insights from over five years of personal testing.

This review from Nutnfancy provides an in-depth look at the Spyderco Dragonfly, a lightweight EDC knife. He highlights its AUS-8 stainless steel blade, FRN handle with Volcano Grip, and lockback mechanism with David Boye dent. The analysis focuses on its suitability for everyday carry, comparing it to other models and discussing its price-to-value ratio.