I’m not usually a fan of these oversized knives – they’re just too big for my taste most of the time. But there’s something about this particular knife that really speaks to me.
Going into this test, I had pretty modest expectations for a knife that costs less than most people spend on lunch. But sometimes these budget blades can really catch you off guard.
Today I’m checking out this Kershaw Iridium replica that our good friend John Emerson picked up on Temu for just $12.
While this knife continues to impress with its perfect size, shape, and comfortable ergonomics, the edge retention story is a bit more complicated.
Today’s video is a little different – I’m taking y’all knife shopping with me on Temu to see what’s still out there and available.
Today I’m checking out the Lightning Elite OTF – a dual-action automatic that’s been getting some serious praise for delivering premium action on a budget
Today’s video is a little different – I’m taking y’all knife shopping with me on Temu to see what’s still out there and available.
This beautiful titanium knife from AliExpress comes with some bold claims – D2 steel that’s been cryogenically treated with an HRC rating of 60+. That’s some serious performance talk for a replica knife.
Going into this, I wasn’t expecting miracles from the 9Cr18 steel, but sometimes these budget blades can surprise you. I came away pretty impressed with how it held up.
Today I’m putting one of my most-carried knives through the Redneck Cut Tests. I was pretty nervous about this one since it spends more time in my pocket than any other knife right now.
I had pretty high hopes for this premium steel, but the results left me scratching my head a bit.
After a disappointing first run with the Ontario RAT Model 1.5 in MagnaCut, I decided to give this knife a second chance.
When subscriber Joe Malone asked if Spyderco Shaman aftermarket pocket clips would fit the OK-229, I thought the answer would be straightforward… Until I discovered it’s not quite that simple.
This unique piece features a traditional plague doctor mask etched on the front scale and three virus symbols on the back – turning 2020’s chaos and toilet paper hoarding into something beautiful you can carry in your pocket.
This knife isn’t about tactical performance or serious cutting tasks. It’s about the joy of carrying something that reminds you of what matters most.
This replica takes the popular Sage 5 design and reimagines it with titanium scales, creating an intriguing EDC option at just $35.
This replica takes the popular Sage 5 design and reimagines it with titanium scales, creating an intriguing EDC option at just $35.
This beautiful new design from Spyderco combines the best features of the Shaman and the PM2 into one good looking knife!
Today I’m reviewing the OK-229 from OK Knives – their take on the Spyderco Shaman with some interesting tweaks to the original design.
I wanted to share an update my recent research into how the Chinese tariffs are creating significant shipping delays for replica (or any) knives coming into the US.
This “SMedium” sized knife surprised me with how perfectly the contoured carbon fiber scales fit my hands. In fact, the ergonomics might just outshine some much more expensive knives in my collection (Rosie?).
I wasn’t expecting much from this 9Cr18MoV steel in such an iconic design. The actual test results might surprise you as much as they surprised me.
I thought this $25 Spyderco Chaparral was a complete dud. On a whim, I gave it 10 minutes with some sandpaper – and discovered something surprising.
In this video, I’m showcasing about 30 folders from my personal collection before narrowing them down to my modern Holy Trinity
Today I’m putting one of my absolute favorite knives through our Redneck Cut Tests – the 3.5″ version of this AliExpress knife that resembles the McNees PM MAC2.
Today we’re putting the oversized Roosevelt XL replica (Rosie/“Fosie”) through our Redneck Cut Tests to see if its performance matches its impressive specs.
It’s the moment you’ve been waiting for – time to find out who’s taking home the six knives from our 2500 subscriber giveaway!
In this behind-the-scenes video, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real numbers behind ‘Blades on a Budget’ – sharing my actual YouTube stats, ad revenue, and affiliate earnings across all platforms.
Today we’re putting our $30 Medford Praetorian replica through the Redneck Cut Tests to see how this budget behemoth handles real-world cutting tasks.
Today we’re running the incredibly popular Vosteed Raccoon Top Liner Lock through our Redneck Cut Tests to see if its performance matches its reputation.
Today we’re putting Walmart’s Ozark Trails orange D2 pocket knife through our “brutal” Redneck Cut Tests, and the results might surprise you.
Looks like we finally made it to 2500 thanks to ya’ll! I like to keep my giveaways simple. Here are the knives that we’re giving away.