Best Budget Knives

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

My Social Networks + Favorite Knife and Gear Stores!

Hi this is a welcome post for my blog to list my contact details and links to favorite stores to buy budget knives from:

My YouTube Channel:
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Monday, April 1, 2024

Vosteed Raccoon: EDC Knife Perfection!

Link to the knife: https://amzn.to/3wEalv0

Or here (US Shipping): https://shrsl.com/4jf9j


In this video I'll unbox and give my first impressions of the Vosteed Raccoon EDC knife with OD Green Micarta handle, Crossbar Lock, deep carry pocket clip and Sandvik 14C28N blade. First of all I was pleasantly surprised by the packaging, extra parts (spare Omega Springs) and knife presentation - some of the best that I ever got to experience - kudos Vosteed for the thought and the execution! Right out of the box the knife feels like it has the perfect size and weight for EDC (I measured 3.11oz/88.1g), it is well made in terms of fit and finish and has great ergonomics (reminds me of the Ontario RAT 1). As could be seen in the video the centering on the Raccoon is pretty much perfect as well as the lockup, the action is drop shut and the sharpness out of the box is more than adequate. Inlayed, weight reduced liners, flat screws, micarta backspacer and a reversible deep carry clip with the hole cover complete the picture. Overall so far I like the Raccoon a lot and can't wait to lay my hands on the button lock version as well. I believe I won't be ordering any Benchmades any time soon because of this one. If you liked the video and the format - please smash that LIKE button and comment your thoughts about the knife and the Vosteed company in the comment section below. Thanks for watching and I'll see you on the next ones. Cheers! #vosteed #knives #racoon

Thursday, January 4, 2024

New Button Lock Knife from Ganzo - FH925

 New button lock knife from Ganzo!

This will be their first step in that direction.

I also like the wire clip.

How do you like it?

Link here: Ganzo FH925

Ganzo FH925 Button Lock



Sunday, October 15, 2023

Makita Utility Knife from AliExpress

In this video I'll demo a budget utility knife from the Japanese brand Makita I recently got from AliExpress as my beater knife. Link to the knife: Makita Utility Knife Competitive option: https://amzn.to/3rQToeg So far I've used it a LOT and it has been my go-to knife for "dirty" tasks. The fact the blades could be switched is amazing, if I get a chip I just flip the blade and carry on. Highly recommend you check this one out. #makita #utility #knife #aliexpress

Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Top ten budget knives of 2020

 


List of the knives featured in this video: 01:00 10. Ganzo FB762: http://ali.pub/5fk2oc 01:48 09. SAK Camper: https://amzn.to/34TWdN5 Swissqlip: https://amzn.to/2Lck2Zf 02:28 08. Ganzo Switchblade: http://ali.pub/5fk2rn 03:44 07. StatGear Ledge: https://amzn.to/3hxAf7z 04:40 06. SRM 1006GB: http://ali.pub/5fk3l0 05:59 05. Kizer ZipSlip G10: https://shrsl.com/2pdzv 07:09 04. Benchmade Mini Griptilian: https://shrsl.com/2pe00 08:06 03. Ganzo FH51: (Worldwide Shipping): https://bit.ly/2ZzeZVs (US Shipping): https://amzn.to/2GuVkNS 09:10 02. Spyderco Para 3 LW: https://amzn.to/3n2UISX 10:53 01. SRM 9202: US shipping: https://amzn.to/3pBynNY Worldwide shipping: http://ali.pub/5cbs44 00:15 Honerable mention: http://ebay.us/mXRDed If you liked the video please give it a like and write what were your favorite knives for 2020 in the comments. My top 10 budget knives for 2020. Wish you all a happy New Year, thanks for your support! Cheers! #top10 #budget #knives #2020

Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Ganzo Firebird FH91 Unboxing and First Impressions



Link to the knife: Ganzo FH91
Or here (US Shipping): https://amzn.to/3mMr5X6
Comparable option: http://shrsl.com/2iply

In this video I'll unbox and give my first impressions of the new Ganzo Firebird FH91 EDC knife with G10 handle, linerlock, deep carry pocket clip and real D2 blade. This one is a bit beefier and heavier than usual (I measured 4.22oz/119.6g) but is well made and has great ergonomics (reminds me of the     Ontario RAT 1). As could be seen in the video the centering on the FH91 is pretty much perfect as well as the lockup, the action and the sharpness out of the box. Drop shut action and a reversible deep carry clip with the hole cover complete the picture. If you liked the video and the format - please smash that LIKE button and comment your thoughts about the knife and the direction Ganzo is heading down below. Thanks for watching and I'll see you on the next ones. Cheers! #ganzo #firebird #fh91

Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Most popular knife on AliExpress - KGB NKVD Finka Knife


Link to the KGB NKVD knife: http://got.by/4q2s22 NKVD style knives on Amazon: https://amzn.to/32HvH9m Specs: Overall length: 22cm/8.66" Blade length (not including the guard): 9.5 cm/3.75" Weight: 134g/4.72oz Blade thickness: 3mm In this video I'll unbox and give first impression of another knife I got in the mail - the KGB Finka NKVD replica which is sold for ~$20 on AliExpress. I was pleasantly surprised by the overall quality (expected less) and it is really good for the price. The lockup is solid and the pivot could be easily adjusted using an allen key. Blade is centered and it came reasonably sharp from the factory. 2 cons right of the bet - the guard rattles a bit in the closed position and the knife is pretty hard to open one handed (partly due to the construction and partly due to the sharp thumbstud). It also required thorough cleaning which improved the mechanics and made it much smoother. Overall I could recommend it, if not for daily carry but as a cool paperweight (is relatively heavy), letter/package opener and cool conversation starting piece. If you liked the video and the knife please push the like button as it helps the channel grow, subscribe and comment down below what do you think of this piece. Thanks for watching and I'll see you on the next ones, cheers!

Saturday, June 20, 2020

Ganzo Firebird F721 - Best budget automatic knife?

Knife is available here: http://got.by/4ubmwe Other budget switchblades here: https://shrsl.com/2cdkv Manual and fixed blade Ganzo here: https://amzn.to/3einhIy In this video I will unbox and give first impressions of one of the best budget automatic knife options out there IMO - the Ganzo Firebird F721 which I got for a friend of mine. I liked it so much that I got one for myself as well. I really like the value, the looks, the original design and the action. Still no issues but the only thing I changed was to take off the pocket clip to make it much slimmer. Can you name any other switchblade with a better value? Write them down in the comments. Thanks for watching guys, see you on the next ones!


Thursday, April 30, 2020

Kizer Butcher Unboxing



Links to the knife: US Shipping: https://shrsl.com/2985c Worldwide Shipping: http://ali.pub/4pcssg Competitive Option: https://amzn.to/3aOr6CN

In this video I'll unbox and give my first impressions of a new small fixed blade I got in the mail today - the Kizer Knives Butcher. It features a micarta handle, a full tang 154CM blade and a kydex sheath. If you liked the video please give it a THUMBS UP and comment your opinion of this knife. Specs: Blade Length: 2.50" Cutting Edge: 2.25" Handle Length: 3.25" Overall Length: 5.67" Blade Thickness: 0.12" Blade Material: 154CM Stainless Steel Blade Style: Cleaver Blade Grind: Flat Blade Finish: Stonewash Handle Thickness: 0.60" Handle Material: Brown Micarta Includes Polishing Cloth Sheath: Black Kydex Designer: Eddie Diaz of Macho Blades Weight: 3.40 oz. Thanks for watching and I'll see you on the next one, cheers!

Saturday, March 28, 2020

Best stores to get knives and gear during the AliExpress 10th Anniversary Sale

Like every year AliExpress are celebrating their anniversary and this time it is even more special because its been 10 years since the company was established so they seem to be giving even more coupons and deals than usual.

If you're looking for the best deals please visit their Coupon Center where you could pick some individually matched coupons based on your purchase and search history and go thorough a Time Capsule which gives you some data about your purchases on the platform and the ability to get a gift in the end of the process (I got $5 off a $35 purchase which I used to get a Kizer Mini Sheepdog).




Other than that I'd like to recommend some stores which participate in this sale and have some great discounts on knives and other EDC gear:


1. Kizer Knife Store: Trusted and proven store which sells genuine Kizer knives cheaper than their usual price at other popular platforms (KnifeCenter, BladeHQ) and always take part in the sales.
I've bought several knives from them and most have been top notch (one was defected but replaced via their warranty).





2. TwoSun Cutlery Store: Large selection of TwoSun knives with good prices if you don't want to bid for them on eBay but also pens and other EDC gear most made out of titanium.

3. Tangram Official Store: Just like the big brother Kizer, Tangram offer their knives cheaper than in US (not including coupons) and with free worldwide shipping. Also tested and worth to take a look.


4. ROFIS store: Sell large selection of Nitecore flashlight for great prices




5. NitecoreLight & FenixLight Distributor Store: Nitecore and Fenix flashlights with good discounts

6. Knife Center Store: Have no connection to the US knife giant but have a large selection of Brother Knives which have resurrected from the dead with many new fixed blades and classic style knives (slipjoints and lockbacks).

 7. CN Knives Store: Have large selection of less knoan but nevertheless good quality and high value brands who design their own knives such as CH Knives, Yon Xanadu and Petrified Fish.

8. NY EDC Store: Good selection of (mainly titanium) EDC tools, beads, tritium probes and other cool every day carry accessories.


Other honerable mentions: Sanrenmu Store, Ganzo Store

Have any additional stores you shop from and  would like to recommend?
Please add them in the comments below.
Happy shopping and stay safe!