The fastback, utility blade with the screwdriver combo attachment is my most used EDC item ever.
@aaronsk-5s
4 ай бұрын
Yup, this is an amazing tool. Only reason its not my edc is I like the look of a more trad looking knife but id be lying if it wasnt the most functional thing ive used. The screwdriver is so good... it really feels like a full size tool in the hand.
@kentsokay
3 ай бұрын
It’s an absolute beast. Will be interesting to see if they ever come after Leatherman with a plier based tool
@aarondougherty236
3 ай бұрын
The +1 blade storage on it is perfect and doesn't add bulk
@Doobie603
3 ай бұрын
@@aarondougherty236 You just blew my mind buddy! I didn't even know that but I see it now. Wow! I should have looked at the back of the box when I bought it huh?
@DaibheadSeamas
3 ай бұрын
Same. Just wish I could get a Robertson bit for it.
@crxk20r59
2 ай бұрын
No. The answer is no.
@PrinceAsmodeus
4 ай бұрын
The fastback is a beast. They could slim it down a bit, but ive used and abused it for several years at work with zero problems. No tool required to change the blade.
@adamsifford6228
4 ай бұрын
Best knife I have for work .
@chillywilly7454
4 ай бұрын
I use the one with the bit driver several times a day… love it.
@PrinceAsmodeus
4 ай бұрын
@@adamsifford6228 🤘
@PrinceAsmodeus
4 ай бұрын
@@chillywilly7454 do you use the driver often?
@jesseslavik8638
4 ай бұрын
I sand mine down to a slimmer profile quite easily
@frank4fun64
4 ай бұрын
" Its not the length of your blade, its how you use it" :) I actually prefer a boxcutter that exposes only 1/2 the blade, seems as if I get 2X the use from it
@ztsb_koneko
2 ай бұрын
It's a pain to cut those plastic pallet ribbons with a short blade though. That's the #1 reason I would love a knife like this with more blade exposed...
@michaelfabian2401
4 ай бұрын
Nothing will dethrone the Fastback with the 1/4" drive with the flat-head bit and philips bit on the other side.
@Doobie603
4 ай бұрын
Yessir!
@theplourde
27 күн бұрын
That is the only Fastback I have never bought. Since they started making it I see shorts and videos about it and for whatever reason I havent bought one yet. And i've owned a ton over the years.
@michaelfabian2401
27 күн бұрын
@@theplourde It's worth trying out buddy. It's so handy to have that bit set.
@wallytucker62816964
4 ай бұрын
If you need a tool to change the blade. The tool must fit into the knife somehow
@privatezim3637
3 ай бұрын
ok, then it also needs to store spare blades, which are also accessible without a tool or a tool on the knife...such a dumb argument. Either, A - this is a pocket utility knife for EDC, in which case a stash of blades and tool in the backpack/car/desk is perfectly acceptable because you aren't doing heavy cutting all day. Or B - This is a toolbox knife for heavy cutting and regular replacement, in which case, IT'S IN ATOOLBOX FFS! keep ur tool and blades handy there. What? You don't have a t7 in your toolbox? There are legit arguments against this knife as toolbox utility knife. And a coinslot or thumb screw like other models would be better. But the existence of a screw is not one of them. And it being a T7 isn't either. But biggest "Duh" of all, this is clearly designed as an EDC.
@JohnDoe-df2zz
3 ай бұрын
@@privatezim3637 Well the fastback does have blade storage built in....Civivi doesn't obviously.
@Frozirra
3 ай бұрын
milwaukee has one that stores extra blades in the handle chief, so yeah seems like a weak argument
@collinis1
2 ай бұрын
@@privatezim3637cope harder
@Ersk88
4 ай бұрын
Yeahhh I’m glad there are good reviewers like you that test this gear..I definitely won’t get one..Milwaukee is still #1 imo
@MI_Prepper
4 ай бұрын
Just got my civivi elementum "box cutter" in green. I AM IMPRESSED! So comfortable, locks up tight, deploys fast and snappy, can use nearly the whole blade, awesome pocket clip. Best "box cutter" ever made, SERIOUSLY!
@jackbachman1385
4 ай бұрын
needs a fast blade change like the fast back. thats the only reason why im not getting the civivi
@micahkeleher8668
2 ай бұрын
On the gerber, If you squeeze the pocket clip it comes off and can be used as a screwdriver to remove the blade retention screw.
@nclauser42
3 ай бұрын
Locking screw driver and the release for the blade is a button not a screw.... fastback hands down. Thanks to Zac In The Wild!
@tjmueller2592
4 ай бұрын
I'll stick with the gerber prybrid. Tool less, compact, bottle opener, pry tool, flat heads (kind of), and now they have models with pocket clips (took them long enough).
@vicpetrishak7705
23 күн бұрын
WorkPro razor knives are magnetic stainless steel and are manufactured with four variations , Red , Green , Blue , and Satin stainless . All newer versions have a push button lock , opened and closed . Though made in China they are quality . 3 / $20.00 Amazon 8/30/24 . You will be happy with these !
@lukeysandra
4 ай бұрын
I’ve been carrying the Husky version (Home Depot) probably 15 years ago, way before Milwaukee started making this style knife. I remember them working pretty well.
@A-Fern
4 ай бұрын
The blade catch on mine is T8. I’ve been using mine for a week now and had no issues with the blade falling out.
@jeremyhagen7684
24 күн бұрын
The screw should at least be dime friendly. The Gerber version worked great. Grab a dime loosen, change blades and tighten it back up.
@Bigdaddyslasher
4 ай бұрын
Utility knives are the most dangerous knives we use. Because we don't care if we break the blade because they're disposable, so we put undo force on them.
@jimboneutron8399
3 ай бұрын
Literally used mine to bust a metal band today lol
@FederalPacificEh
3 ай бұрын
Put one in my thigh while at work. First day of turkey season too. Healed up fine, just looks like a vag.. wife was pissed I didn’t get stitches but I don’t wanna pay that bill.
@c4ristopher
Ай бұрын
The Fastback 6-in-1 with a small Knipex has been the perfect combo for my everyday carry. My only wish would be different colorways.
@jhonnybravosc
2 ай бұрын
Blew right past the workpro with the axis lock eh? That's my edc utility 5th pocket blade I stash them everywhere. Carried them when they were only in liner lock too...3 packs for $16 max. Turbo knife for work, way quicker than the Fastback.
@r1c3pp
3 ай бұрын
I love my workpro/mossyoak. Small and thin, and no tools needed to change blades. I dremel some jimping and it’s absolutely perfect
@freemarlochip
4 ай бұрын
Milwaukee my go to work knife
@ashleyxblanco
3 ай бұрын
I used the Workpro back when I was a wine vendor (cut average 500-800 boxes a day) and honestly, that lil thing was a beast. Worked flawlessly and being able to open it one handed and still being slim, made for a convenient tool to have on person while still in professional attire. I still carry it sometimes over my other knifes because of the replaceable blade feature.
@kylenelson944
4 ай бұрын
Ordered one as soon as I saw it. Love the look and feel for an edc. Yeah you need a screwdriver to change the blade but I find I rarely change the blade anyways. The ease of one handed use, with the full length of the blade available in a clean lightweigh package is unbeatable.
@josephfriedrich9792
3 ай бұрын
I was on a roof, trying to change the blade on my element. Dropped my hex, then dropped the screw. I proceeded to stand up on the roof, and chucked my civivi as far as i could into the woods. Climbed down the ladder, went into my glove box, and got my fb
@gideonstactical
3 ай бұрын
Dang! That sounds about right
@calebpotts3123
3 ай бұрын
I use my fast back all day every day from the razor blade to the flat head and Philips. I don't care how nice the design is if it dosnt have those features for 20 bucks I'm out.
@hypervigilance1465
4 ай бұрын
the T7 thing kills it plus 42 bucks for a box cutter they are dreaming.
@aydan7901
3 ай бұрын
Besides the Civivi being slightly too small, it is almost a perfect utility knife. Knocks all the others out of the park. The issue isn't the screw (T8 not T7 btw). It is the blade that came with it. You need a wider blade, so there is no gap between the blade edge and the frame that holds it. I changed to a Stanley blade that fits snug and no issues since of blade flying out.
@arneulight
3 ай бұрын
Still no Issues?
@aydan7901
3 ай бұрын
@@arneulight Nope. Still solid as
@jimboneutron8399
3 ай бұрын
As someone who gets a ton of use out of my utility knives imma have to disagree. The perfect utility knife is the fast back by a mile. Tool free blade change, fast deployment, comfortable grip, mine has a bit driver that i use all the time, has a flat head bit so you always have a pry bar, seatbelt cutter that u use to bust open bags of insulation or plastic wrap, bottle opener too, i use that because its common to run into glass bottle Mexican cokes on site from the roach coach. Its such a well designed and well thought out tool and it’s useful literally every day since i got it. Im a drywaller and i have a dedicated large utility knife for cutting in comfort and cutting sheetrock is rough on these things but the fast back never had the blade pop out or anything even with that rough of a task. Its worth the few millimeters of pocket space you lose to have something so useful
@aydan7901
3 ай бұрын
@jimboneutron8399 I definitely understand where you are coming from and why you would like the fastback over this, but for me personally, I prefer something like civivi. I always carry a BID inline screwdriver with all the bits I need, plus a small pry in other pockets, so I have no issues looking for a bit to change blades or something to pry. I use the Civivi to cut plasterboard, old silicon, and boxes with no issue of the blade coming out, so it is already much better than all the others I have with a quick release. Plus, I have no need for a seatbelt cutter or bottle opener, so for me, I find the Civivi pretty perfect.
@jpswift70
Ай бұрын
Worked in a warehouse for ten yrs, the gerber was a game changer. Light, small, one-handed. Excellent bit of kit.
@bryancunningham5472
3 ай бұрын
The belt clip comes off the Gerber to change the blade. Push down slide out boom flathead screwdriver
@Lilwoozyhere
4 ай бұрын
Fellow circuit city alum here. I was the home entertainment supervisor when they shut down. Haven’t heard someone mention them in a long time.
@9mmmike642
4 ай бұрын
I still have an open box Velodyne 10” sub and an Onkyo receiver from Circuit City. Both still rock!
@BackcountryExposure
4 ай бұрын
Tell me you’re an elder millennial without telling me you’re an elder millennial. “I worked at circuit city…” 😂 Love this, Aaron! I was at the Blade HQ store reopening and like that Civivi option, minus the points about the T7. Nice to be able to handle it in hand.
@gideonstactical
4 ай бұрын
Dude!! Yes 💯 %
@wallyzworld7108
4 ай бұрын
I'll stick with the Gerber Prybrid, it's more useful and toolless blade changes.
@J.O.VenturesOutdoors
4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much! I was considering buying one of these but now I think I'll just wait a bit.. Love my fastback!!
@Panzer_Z
4 ай бұрын
My solution to the EAB was replace the retaining screw with a thumb screw and now you have tool-less changing and a thumb stud for deployment
@iluvbike
4 ай бұрын
Brilliant!!
@paullambert4445
4 ай бұрын
I have the OKNIFE Oracle U1 and I love it. The blade has never come out when I didn’t want it to. Even when carving wood. Thanks 🎸🔪
@leotam3372
2 ай бұрын
The screw has the same issue though. I wish it had a screw head and the knurling.
@shawnglass108
10 күн бұрын
Utility knife is a better name and description of these great tools. They are incredibly useful.
@jl-rt5it
Ай бұрын
for a little knife that stays in the pocket all the time, the Oknife Otacle is great, but the Fastback better ergonomically if you are using it all the time and do not care about the bulk. I had the gerber, liked the idea of a tiny knife that is always sharp, but the deployment is so slow, also the blade it comes with is thicker than regular razor blades, so anything off the shelf will wobble some. The Oknife is very fun to fidgit with. The Fastback, not so much, it is a work tool.
@mastaL91
2 ай бұрын
Bought a MasterForce utility knive from Menards. Standard non folding type. It had the button release and extra blade storage in the handle that was clamped down with a spring. Cost 3 bucks 😂 Still my favorite utility blade.
@JayMannStuff
2 ай бұрын
Needs: - A toolless way to add/remove utility blades (similar to the Husky folding utility knife). (No T7 screwdriver needed.) - 4.5" length handle. (So, an XXL handle.) - G10 rounded handle scales (and a Micarta option). Once Civivi fixes these issues, I'd buy it in a heartbeat.
@jc9234
2 ай бұрын
Big idea design has the best for edc and it’s full titanium
@seagulhead12
2 ай бұрын
With the Gerber.. You can use the new blade to unscrew the screw. Then the old one to tighten it.
@doktorb3at
4 ай бұрын
I agree completely. Civivi has entered the utility knife business late and they failed to include a quick change mechanism when everyone else has their own version of a quick change mechanism.
@ParkerBinion
4 ай бұрын
I like the Roxon 501U with the scissors and replaceable blades including box cutter. $28 for the knife, $10 extra for the box cutter attachment.
@orangerider2827
4 ай бұрын
Or you could get the exceed designs flipper utility knife and have something that doesn't suck. Titanium frame lock and tool less blade changes. Best utility knife out there for edc. Fastback is huge.
@timmarttila1218
4 ай бұрын
This. I also have one and it is the best BY FAR
@zethcader6478
3 ай бұрын
To me, a utility knife is supposed to be cheap. The blades are disposable, and I feel the handle should be priced to reflect that.
@aydan7901
3 ай бұрын
I've had 5 Exceeds designs, one of each version, and I absolutely love them, but I would say the Civivi works better. Personally love Civivi's design, with a button lock and more than one deployment, plus an awesome design with finally a locked blade and not a quick release that causes the blade to come out.
@orangerider2827
3 ай бұрын
@aydan7901 every civivi button lock I've had I never trusted. Had it pop loose before. Shouldn't matter on the razor knife but still and I'm not sure what your doing to have the razor blade come out under use. I find the quick change to be rather less then quick. More like tool less. Which is a good thing. I'm surprised you want a tool to change blades but you have that option. I certainly don't want to find a tool everytime I want to change blades which is rather often.
@aydan7901
3 ай бұрын
@orangerider2827 I've owned many Civivi full sized knives and had no problems with their button locks. They have almost perfected the button lock. I sometimes need a utility knife to cut plasterboard or old silicon around a kitchen benchtop, which tends to grab the blade and also need some pressure applied sideways and causes the blade to easily come out. Understand trying to find a tool to change the blade, but for me ,I always have a screwdriver in my pocket with all the bits I need, so it's not an issue personally.
@astaschak
3 ай бұрын
I feel like this isn't to replace a fastback or classic Stanley box cutter. It's a light duty edc for someone who likes the fidgety nature of some edc knives and doesn't want to sharpen at the end of the day or week or however often needed. So while they're at their desk watching your videos they swap the blade and put it back in the pocket. For the person that cuts some tape or opens a box every other day or so. Or someone like me that just happens to collect utility blade holders because they're neat for some reason. I don't usually carry one because I have better options to use but I just like them. Though one of these would pair well with a Leatherman, if you got the bit kit, toss a torx in if you don't have it and you got a small replaceable blade and whatever tools your mutlitool has.
@YourAverageReviews
12 күн бұрын
I've been trying to decide between the U1 and the Elementum and the biggest issue I have is the blade replacement process. I like the design of the Elementum more, but that's the one thing I dislike about it. Oh and price!
@thancrus
3 ай бұрын
ya know knowing that i need a tool to change the blade really hurts that... especially when the toughbuilt electrician one exist
@JakJakYee
4 ай бұрын
Have you thought about doing GT livestreams? I think it would be cool
@semkoot8315
3 ай бұрын
I'm using Tajima Vmax II blades and I've found that the texture of the blade helps with keeping the screw tightened. I prefer these blades anyway because the coating helps it to not rust as easy. Hoping they wil make a thumb screw for it or maybe fix this with a version 2
@bjvp182
3 ай бұрын
I have the workpro for my edc setup Love it for how thin and easy it is to use Real easy to turn the blade around once the first half becomes dull And super inexpensive since its just folded metal
@chuckdornbush686
3 ай бұрын
I have been using the Coast DX126 for years, easy to change the blade and great grip for its size and even has an extra lock to lock the knife out when you want to be sure it won't fold accidentally.
@diegolainfiesta
4 ай бұрын
The utility knife has 4 major problems: 1. It cannot do narrow cuts. Civivi tried to extend the length of the usable portion of the utility blade by reducing the mechanism above. If you look at a Fastback you only use the half of the blade length but above the blade there is nothing that increases the width of the cut. This utility knife does. It defeats the purpose. 2. The utility blade itself is very slim, that's why you cannot secure it from the far, it bends and becomes unstable. Even Workpro utility knife understood it. 3. Blade retention mechanism instability 4. Pricing, they are crazy Just buy a Workpro, 2 x USD 19, deep pocket carry, excellent blade retention and usability.
@RA2Music
2 ай бұрын
Yeah, I was excited about the Elementum utility knife, as I currently carry a Elementum II button lock. I have been carrying a Milwaukee Fastback, with the extra blade holder option, for years for work with ZERO complaints. However, the thought of a cool EDC matched pair from Civivi was intriguing. Your review, and several others finding the same issues, have convinced me to skip this one until some serious improvements are made. What a shame. Thanks for the honest and comprehensive review, best one I’ve seen yet.
@jimboneutron8399
3 ай бұрын
Dude honestly the fast back with the bit driver is literally the most useful thing I own. Its hard to beat. It’s almost the perfect tool
@1970gregg
3 ай бұрын
I’m a handyman and either carry a leatherman or the fastback with the bit driver when I’m working. The fast back is a little bulky for what it is but it’s light
@Tom9mm
4 ай бұрын
This is why I love about your channel true honesty even though it hurts
@malcomstringer4619
4 ай бұрын
Already have a Fastback, but if I wanted an EDC friendly less worker/tradesman looking, then I am using my pack of WorkPro Utility knives. Not getting an Oknife because of the screw. I have the Gerber EAB and its a cheap cash clip/replaceable knife combo. I and looking at getting the more expensive Tirant Razor V3 with their mini prybar accessory replacement. Definitely the most expensive option so far, but I want to see how long the quick release stands up to abuse and grime. But from what I have seen so far it is a cool option for EDC.
@glenngoins3100
2 ай бұрын
Yeah exactly! That's my number one complaint with the civivi. That's why I bought a work pro. On the work pro all you do is lift up the latch and replace the blade you don't have to use no tools
@mumbles1justin
4 ай бұрын
5:54 I do understand you shouldn’t have to use Loctite. But purple adjustment screw Loctite 222 could be used and still be able to remove the screw.
@L0wSkiller
3 ай бұрын
Thank you for this. I don't have one of these, or intend to, but i didn't know purple loctite was a thing:)
@EZ-AllenWrench
3 ай бұрын
I'm not paying money for a tool only to have to loctite it .... come on man
@nicksoehren4812
3 ай бұрын
Also to be fair when I’m using a utility blade I don’t need that much blade. What I like about the fast back is you can flip the blade and get a second use out of the blade.
@DeezyP
3 ай бұрын
I can't think of any utility blade holder that I would trade for the fastback in my use. Having an expendable edge that I don't care about plus a Phillips and flat always ready are great.
@charlescollier7217
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the review/warning, Aaron. You put me onto the WorkPros a while back, and I've never looked back. I always have either one of those or a DuraTech (same thing, essentially, but black) on me. Small, thin, light, solid construction, surprisingly fidgety, surprisingly ergonomic, can get a full grip on them so you can apply good pressure, and when I got mine, about $6 a pop. Also, the blade stays secure until changed, and the change is absurdly easy. I love the Civivi knives I own, but they need to go back to the drawing board with this.
@dylanpark3519
3 ай бұрын
I like the thick grip, dependable black lock, and easily swapped blades on my Ozarks trail. Going to stick with that, Regardless this civivi is a neat tool, hopefully they make some improvements or Kizer gets into this game
@Socalnik66
4 ай бұрын
The simplest, smallest Fastback is what I use. Works every time. Quick release. Compact. And affordable. So affordable, that they are everywhere. In the house, kitchen, garage, truck, tool bag, tool box, and my pocket.
@scottamy6496
2 ай бұрын
I usually carry the Milwaukee fastback with the driver, but when I want something smaller and less bulky I go with the Coast DX126! It’s a great little utility knife and for less than $12 you can’t beat it!!!
@Liquid_People
2 ай бұрын
The Gerber Lite lives in my 5th pocket. Never had any issues with it.
@Timep3
3 ай бұрын
I daily a mini Osborne at work and lately have had to open a lot of boxes so I was looking for a slim box cutter. I tried a fastback but it's way too big for my pocket. The Civivi is perfect, has a great draw, good pocket clip and is slim/smooth for pockets. Now I leave the benchmades for my days off.
@hlgb2014
Ай бұрын
fastback is the undisputed goat if you actually need it for work. I've put mine through hell for years, and have been in multiple altercations with people trying to walk off with it. I check my pocket for it before I check for my phone.
@christophermcdonald2270
3 ай бұрын
I’ve used my EAB for years, it’s a great little knife. My main complaint is that I’ve gone through like 3 pocket clips. The fastback is available with a bit driver for an extra $5, money well spent. Another option (personally haven’t tried yet) is the gerber prybrid utility
@darkinertia2
3 ай бұрын
i have one, ive used a fastvack for years at work, i switched to the klein because of the 2nd position lock is so good for biting down really hard when cutting wood veneers or something but ive been using the elementum and its great. sure its not tooless change but i always have a t10 on me for hotel maint on door locks, and the benefit of having a super slim spine and the most possible blade exposure out of any utility knife is great. unless im cutting through hvac insulation or something im good
@TwitchRadio
3 ай бұрын
Got one in my cart, kinda spendy for what it is though... I did want the Gerber pry bar / utility blade one but it doesn't have a pocket clip on it for obvious reasons, but the civivi has a pocket clip and more usable blade which I kind of like but I don't know how practical it is for me... I'm still debating and probably will decide between these two by the end of this month😂... Thanks for your time and the video 😎✌️
@debbiej.2168
4 ай бұрын
Civivi could have easily used a screw you could tighten with a coin or flat head screwdriver- or hand tightenable. Although this wouldn't fix the blade falling out problem, you could tighten it more easily to prevent it.
@ernie8401
3 ай бұрын
I never found the fastback more convenient than a traditional utility knife design. It deploys a bit faster but I perfer the beefier box cutters better.
@MasterK9Trainer
3 ай бұрын
I just bought the Dewalt cutter with a button release lock and it works beautifully, but it's a bit longer. I have others, but I hate having to open them up and then replace the blade and reassemble them. This Dealt model opens easy with one hand. It is not spring-loaded, but that means nothing to fail.
@jonlouis2582
4 ай бұрын
I'm still looking for the ideal utility knife. I wanted to love the Gerber Pry rid, but I was disappointed because I actually need to pry stuff at work. It's not very good at prying, and is a big lump in my pocket.
@skipads8784
3 ай бұрын
My problem with the Milwaukee has always been that the blade pulls out cutting drywall. The same with most easy release blade knives. I pinched the threads of my Civivi enough it has good resistance and make sure it's plenty tight.
@matthewgrzesiak8980
3 ай бұрын
If the bald doesn't stay in securely it's not a finished product. Shocked from civivi to be honest, I'll definitely be rethinking buying any civivi kife now. Thanks for the video Stella info.
@boristheblade12
3 ай бұрын
The CIVIVI Elementum Utility it has to be recall.
@Kujo999
4 ай бұрын
I work retail where I am not technically supposed to use anything but the baby's first box cutter they gave me and I had one of these in order for an occasional backup to my other knives. You just saved me time and trouble because that blade issue would undoubtedly get me fired. Ended up cancelling and ordering a NuKnives Kumpanter instead. You should look at that, appears to be a front flipper/stud flipper with a liner lock. It has a similar manual screw to the Oknife but is slightly bigger for a better grip. Also G10 scales. If Civivi updates to AT LEAST a half-blade option and better blade catch I'd definitely buy one, G10 would be nice too. I currently use either an EZ Cutter 1000 or a Milwaukee Fastback 1501 with a Gerber EAB Lite as my backup.
@GigaDanMan
3 ай бұрын
I EDC a FastBack and Victorinox CyberTool, so I have a T7 on my person already. Ordering one to see if it feels more solid than a tool-less design.
@RogerRabbitt
3 ай бұрын
I've got a handful of box cutters. Fast back is solid and cheap, but I wish was slimmer. Tactical keychains Tukk xl was the first sliding blade box cutter on the market and is really pocket friendly. Turnback knife co full size is a really nice full size option but needs a bit to change the blade too
@danielbrenton7365
4 ай бұрын
As a construction worker I have tons of utility knives I love them and I was looking into getting the civivi but after watching your video and watching that blade come out I'm not going to waste my money I'll just keep my Milwaukee fastback 6 and 1 the screwdriver is a big plus for work anyway
@gideonstactical
4 ай бұрын
Yes sadly it’s a waste
@chrislange3462
Ай бұрын
I think people are viewing this in the wrong light, and/or they aren't the target user. I don't see it as an alternative to ANY utility knife. It's an alternative to an EDC pocket knife like the elementum. It's for people that like a modern EDC knife that's razor sharp but they 1) can't sharpen a knife to save their life (me) or 2) they don't want to spend the time to. The screw makes sense then, as it has no play and more emulates a pocket knife. People are probably using it for pocket knife things. If you expect a utility knife for actual work, no, use a fastback. I work in an office. A fastback is overkill, bulky and annoying. This is perfect for an EDC knife that is always razor sharp and that I never have to sharpen. Every few months I'll change the blade. If the screw loosens, which hasn't happened to me yet after probably a hundred openings, it's getting loctite.
@ian9toes
3 ай бұрын
I love mine, I carry spare blades in the case it came with and that’s where I leave my T8 tool. It only requires half a turn to loosen the screw enough, it takes me longer to get a fresh blade out of its packaging. I have a Milwaukee fast back and I’ve never carried it because it’s too bulky but I love to carry my Civivi at work and the screw has never backed out.
@MichaelChrist02
Ай бұрын
Woof. Thanks for pointing out the need for a separate tool and then the problems with the lock. That really is a non-starter.
@StarDarkAshes
4 ай бұрын
I’m glad I saw this because I was thinking of getting one and now seeing is how the blade will just fall off I think I’ll wait for version two which will probably address this issue. Probably have to wait a year but that’s OK.
@thorin693
4 ай бұрын
If you want a premium utility knife get something like the Tirant Razor not a button lock but still fun to play with and tool less blade change.
@danichicago9140
4 ай бұрын
What Local were you an apprentice in? IBEW Wiremen 25 years here.
@andrewjune5051
4 ай бұрын
The O-knife offering was cool and small, but it made the mistake of biting me on closing 5 times in the same day. Definitely prefer the push button designs now over the crossbar \ axis lock style.
@gideonstactical
4 ай бұрын
Ouch!
@trackerbishop821
4 ай бұрын
The o knife handle is too short. If they made it with the longer handle it would be the best. The knife bit me as well. I wonder if we can take the screw that changes out the blade from the oknife and put it on the civivi. You think it will work better?
@Skreach666
4 ай бұрын
I call this particular blade a box cutter. A utility knife to me is the ones that are the long snap off blade. As far as the "problem" of the knife. Im not as concerned now that it is released because it does give you almost the ENTIRE blade in one shot. And the complaint you make is no different than back in the day you needed a Quarter or flat head to change the blade. The screw backing out is a serious problem though. I bought workpro because of you and I like but they are too thin and Milwaukee is a little thick. Im still partial to the design of the QSP Penguin. would you consider that a better knife than the Civivi Utility?
@Flyboyminer
3 ай бұрын
Welp...I was looking at it. Thank you very very much!
@jello8094
4 ай бұрын
If your in production the milwaukee fastback 1502 is the undisputed king of cardboard slaying especially in receiving/unloading wharehouses
@ricksousa3932
4 ай бұрын
I have the WORKPRO works great easy open and quick change of the blade.
@angie7507
3 ай бұрын
I have the Gerber EAB and I just use the new blade to back the screw out.
@isaiahtorrez7611
3 ай бұрын
Brother you needa cop the outdoor Edge 3.0 VX3 knife and get the utility blades for it so fire
@chiptisdale4910
4 ай бұрын
I am a fastback fanboy but I like workpro as backup couldn’t you grind or file into flathead the extra screw?
@adamkreuz9068
4 ай бұрын
Workpro has been my go to foldable utility knife. Stupid cheap for a pack of 3 on Amazon
@tomt5745
Ай бұрын
for utility, a simple Stanley breaker blade for a few bucks. adjustable to a short point when opening boxes. why reinvent something that is already working? ;)
@bones987123
6 күн бұрын
if the fastback had more blade length to use that would be great... but it dont.. this takes my no#1 so far.. everything on it is a pro except the aluminum body
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