The Spyderco Smock was first released back in 2019 to mixed reviews. As one of the first button compression lock knives, it quickly captured the interest and attention of the entire industry. I picked up this knife from OKK to see if I would enjoy carrying it.
How (Not) To Make Money With YT Knife Reviews
How (Not) To Make Money With YT Knife Reviews
The reality might surprise you: after reviewing 100+ knives (only 6 of which were free), spending 400+ hours creating content, building a website, and editing videos, my effective hourly rate comes out to a whopping $4.05 per hour. And that's NOT even considering the cost of purchasing all those knives!
This isn't a get-rich-quick scheme - it's a labor of love that requires consistent weekly commitment regardless of what's happening in your life.
Whether you're considering starting a knife review channel or just curious about the business side of YouTube, hopefully this 100% unfiltered look at the numbers will show why you should probably do this for passion, not profit.
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