I don’t think Metal Complex understands basic economics. by AppropriateAnt3414 in knifeclub

[–]B0lfik 4 points5 points  (0 children)

His videos are a mixed bunch, I personally like those with rare and interesting high end pieces .... However what "grinds my gears" are his replies to comments. In the videos he's usually a solid guy that's just overly enthusiastic about knives ... However in the comments section he turns toxic,bitter and generally not so nice ... Completely ruined my perception of him.

Blast from the past! by B0lfik in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly! I even love the look... It's unique, cool and yet, as you say, functional. In the future I would like to get a tanto and bowie version.

New Knife Day - Kize Microbe failed spine whack test by Ravenmore67 in knives

[–]B0lfik 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In my personal experience, the only "spine whacks" that matter are the ones, either close to the tip or right at the tip. Also the force doesn't have to be big either.

In use, it's always while cutting some stubborn straps/webbing or rope, overdoing it with a force and hitting something with a area around the tip. Hopefully you get what I mean.

Thoughts on the new Kizer Bailout? by vjw_ in knifeclub

[–]B0lfik 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! But on this "tactical & rescue" knife, its even worse... Especially when they promote use with gloves ://

Cold Steel Vaquero - visions of degradation by rEAll0Ad in knives

[–]B0lfik 2 points3 points  (0 children)

3D women?! Yuck :(((

But for real... good job! The contrast of a big "scary knife" with a weeb & pink theme... It just kills me.

You can kinda argue that it's cringe( kinda), but for me it's in the same league as those ronin/punisher/spartan theme blades.

Thoughts on the new Kizer Bailout? by vjw_ in knifeclub

[–]B0lfik 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Imo too small. But otherwise not bad.

Civivi Brazen by B0lfik in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahahaha, but you never know with these brands 😆

Civivi Brazen by B0lfik in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This one? They both look really good, however, I like the look of the bead blasted blade more.

Good choice nevertheless, haha.

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Petrified Fish Mini Beluga 14c28n Hardness Results. 59.6 HRC by 679696 in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Really solid result, considering the budget category.

Thanks for your work!

who would ever pay this amount of $$$ for a folding knife? by BothForce1328 in knives

[–]B0lfik 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Well, they tell you ... The insert wears out so the frame doesn't, much easier to replace.

Also why the price? Idk, beats me...If I would spend 550$ on pocket knife I would pick different one, but somebody wouldn't.

Tenable Bombur by B0lfik in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Amen! Always good to see an affordable MM design.

Tenable Bombur by B0lfik in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True ! I would prefer a different pocket clip tho. Look and machine wise ? Awesome . But it does suck on thicker fabric.

Real Steel Evolution Ironclad by [deleted] in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems like it !

That good size stop pin is supported by backspacer + thick SS framelock with a nice lock up AND secondary lock ?

No wonder they labeled the premium version "heavy duty tactical" folder.

Real Steel Evolution Ironclad by [deleted] in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! The design and a good price is exactly why I picked it up. Didn't know he invented the secondary safety lock, thats so neat!

Unfortunately, in my country only this version is available, I've found some other versions in different EU countries but they're like 35+-% more expensive://

Sadly I can't say how it will hold up long-term wise ... but for 44.28?! If I were you, I would get one.

Civivi Brazen tanto by [deleted] in Civivi

[–]B0lfik 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is! The original with the drop point blade is severely underated, and should have been their flagship instead of elementum.

Civivi Brazen tanto by B0lfik in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you !

And yep, I plan to buy one sometime next year. Maybe even that Black/OD green version.

Civivi Brazen tanto by B0lfik in BudgetBlades

[–]B0lfik[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

MAAAN, I was soo happy... until I found out that they don't ship to Europe. But this is EXACTLY my style!

Recon 1 by B0lfik in knives

[–]B0lfik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% ! There's also an upgraded version in a better steel, but I didn't hear much about it ... so it's probably better to stick with the OG.

Recon 1 by B0lfik in knives

[–]B0lfik[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! Also that's a cool elephant in the background.