TOP 10 BEST FOLDING KNIVES 2020 for Outdoor Survival

Published on January 15, 2020
Duration: 11:52

This video reviews the top 10 best folding knives for outdoor survival and EDC in 2020. It highlights key features like blade steel (CTS BD1N, S30V, Cru-Wear, AUS-8, 420HC), locking mechanisms (compression lock, plunge lock, liner lock, lock-back), and handle materials (FRN, aluminum, G10, Micarta). Specific models like the Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight, Gerber 06 Auto, and CRKT Homefront with its Field Strip technology are detailed.

Quick Summary

Folding knives are essential for outdoor survival and everyday carry (EDC) because they must be strong, versatile, compact, and durable to handle various tasks in the field effectively and reliably.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Folding Knives
  2. 00:39Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight
  3. 01:20Gerber 06 Auto 10th Anniversary Edition
  4. 02:05Schrade SCHA12B Dual Action
  5. 03:52Spyderco Shaman Cru-Wear Micarta
  6. 04:46Ka-Bar Mark 98 Flipper Folder
  7. 05:13Benchmade 496 Vector
  8. 05:59CRKT Homefront
  9. 07:51Gerber Gator Premium Folder
  10. 08:48Schrade SCH002 Lightweight
  11. 10:25Buck 722 Spitfire

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a folding knife essential for outdoor survival and EDC?

Folding knives are essential for outdoor survival and everyday carry (EDC) because they must be strong, versatile, compact, and durable to handle various tasks in the field effectively and reliably.

What are the key features of the Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight?

The Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight features a CTS BD1N stainless steel blade with a black DLC coating, Spyderco's compression lock, and an injection-molded FRN handle for an ultra-light carry.

Which folding knife offers tool-less disassembly for easy cleaning?

The CRKT Homefront, designed by Ken Onion, features Field Strip technology, allowing for tool-less disassembly and cleaning, making maintenance in the field significantly easier.

What is notable about the steel used in the Spyderco Shaman Sprint run?

The Spyderco Shaman Sprint run utilizes CPM Cru-Wear steel, an air-hardening tool steel renowned for its superior wear resistance and toughness, making it suitable for high-demand applications.

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