Spyderco PPT: "Tae Kwon Do EDC" by Nutnfancy

This review covers the Viper Fortis, a folding knife designed by Jesper Voxnæs, featuring an M390 steel blade and a titanium frame lock. The reviewer highlights its semi-custom quality, excellent edge retention, and elegant design, while also noting potential downsides like lockup vulnerability during heavy use and the absence of jimping. It's recommended for high-end EDC or collecting, with suggestions for modifications to enhance its tactical capabilities.

This review by Nutnfancy examines two Emerson knives: the CQC7 and the EAC. The reviewer highlights weight as a significant factor, preferring lighter knives, and discusses Emerson's traditional use of heavier designs. Key points include comparisons of blade steels (154CM vs. S35VN), the controversial chisel grind, handle ergonomics, and deployment speed. While acknowledging Emerson's quality and 'cool factor,' the reviewer suggests areas for improvement to stay competitive in the modern knife market.

This review by Nutnfancy provides an in-depth look at the Cold Steel Holdout series, focusing on its tactical applications and robust design. The analysis highlights the strength of the Tri-Ad lock, the lightweight yet durable G10 handle construction, and the effectiveness of the spear-point blade for defensive use. Nutnfancy's expert assessment emphasizes the exceptional value and performance offered by these folders for self-defense and tactical scenarios.

This review focuses on the Bestechman Goodboy button lock knife, highlighting its value and performance for everyday carry. The reviewer praises its aesthetics, color options (purple and teal), and overall build quality, considering it one of the best Chinese-produced knives. While acknowledging the D2 steel's potential for rust and moderate effectiveness of the jimping, the knife is deemed highly recommended for EDC use, with a strong emphasis on its button lock mechanism and deep-carry pocket clip. A comparative look at the discontinued Civivi Relic is also provided.

This review focuses on Dagger Knives, particularly the Vendetta model, highlighting its size, materials, and design. The speaker praises Dagger for producing large knives comparable to Cold Steel and notes the Vendetta's 5-inch blade and nearly 11-inch overall length. Various steel options like VG-10, D2, and M390 are discussed, along with handle materials such as G10 and Micarta. The review emphasizes the knife's tactical philosophy of use, its sharp edge, and the quality of its construction, including the ball bearing pivot and liner lock.

This review covers the CRKT Bombastic, a Ken Onion designed pocket knife. It highlights the knife's smooth action, durable frame lock design, and budget-friendly price point around $79.99. The reviewer praises its suitability as an EDC knife due to its solid construction and comfortable carry profile.

This video documents a raw encounter in the wilderness where a weasel attacks a ground squirrel. The footage, captured by Nutnfancy on his iPhone while riding a motorcycle, offers a philosophical perspective on the food chain and the harsh realities of nature. It highlights wildlife observation in a natural setting.

Nutnfancy provides an in-depth comparison of the AK-47 and AR-15 platforms, analyzing weight, ease of operation for beginners, recoil management, accuracy, modularity, and historical track records. He highlights the AR-15's advantages in accuracy and modularity, while acknowledging the AK-47's superior simplicity and ruggedness in adverse conditions. The analysis is based on extensive hands-on experience.

Nutnfancy, a recognized influencer in the tactical community, presents a multi-part series addressing the common issue of over-accessorizing the AR-15 platform. He emphasizes that many additions do not align with a realistic 'Philosophy of Use' and can negatively impact rifle performance. The series aims to educate shooters on making informed decisions about gear selection based on practical application rather than trends or aesthetics.

This guide synthesizes Nutnfancy's expert advice on selecting the best AR-15 scopes, emphasizing a pragmatic approach to value and utility. It details how to match optic selection to engagement ranges, prioritizing critical features like eye relief and field of view while cautioning against unnecessary weight and complexity. The advice is grounded in extensive field testing, offering a clear framework for shooters to make informed decisions without succumbing to brand prestige.