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@NeevesKnives
Жыл бұрын
MERRY Christmas Brotha hope all is amazing with you and your family, we kicked 2022 ass now let's dominate 2023 👊
@metal_complex
Жыл бұрын
Same to you and yours! 😊🎄
@marktroup2978
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that you’re a knife junkie who’s jazzed about playing with new knives and NOT an “expert” who’s just trying to sell me junk. Keep on keeping on, man.
@Dev13056
Жыл бұрын
I got into knives about 4 months ago and was immediately drawn to your content because of the quality and you come across as an extremely genuine person who cares about his followers. Same case in your livestreams. Keep up the fantastic job and I'm sure you (and Neeves) will continue to kick ass in 2023😎. Merry Christmas MC!
@mountainmanwatchreviews8081
Жыл бұрын
He's not gonna name drop but he's talking about M3 tactical who divo knives just decided not to move forward with as an oem.
@Cid_1
Жыл бұрын
I was so confused. Sometimes it can be really hard to know exactly what he's talking about unless there is some obvious loud issue going on in the community.
@zbaird3
Жыл бұрын
Why did Kev move on from them were they misleading or something
@jpolhamus71
Жыл бұрын
@@zbaird3 cause m3 tactical is lying about making knives in America.. 2 knife makers discovered that the m3's prototype of the growler has same finish,hardware and other nuances as bestech knives so lefty wanted proof that m3 made it and they don't want to provide it
@terrellbeast7369
Жыл бұрын
Thanks guys cause I was completely lost MC pisses me off sometimes but his humility can shine through all the bull too. Thanks again.
@BGLK
Жыл бұрын
@@terrellbeast7369 The thing I find interesting is that the owner of M3 is sticking to his story and said that he has been in contact with a knife reviewer that he trusts to provide proof, and has asked that reviewer to sign an NDA to protect the intellectual property. The aforementioned reviewer declined to sign the NDA. I can understand both sides to this story as i live in a world that deals a lot with intellectual property. The request though would place a reviewer in a tough spot. If that reviewer were MC, and he then vouched for M3, many people would consider him guilty by association. Obviously MC sides with transparency and i support his right to do so. MC seems to be a decent chap, so I'm going to believe he has good reasons for his position. I don't know if the reviewer mentioned by the owner of M3 was MC, but I wouldn't be surprised. On the other hand, I'm still not going to shun M3 all the time the owner is absolutely swearing that his product is USA made. i do know one thing. it is a crapy situation, because if M3 is telling the truth, then they are going to lose some business over this for sure. if M3 lied, then they've swindled a bunch of people.
@mitch_edc
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for being willing to admit when you made a mistake and for taking responsibility! Not easy, but it keeps trust with an audience. Love your content and will continue to watch and support the channel.
@Aviation_Professional
Жыл бұрын
Yep. I have not bought Medford for a reason. I have really started honing my BUYING experience over time and I am better for it IMHO. Blessings for a wonderful 2023
@scrick7112
Жыл бұрын
Most people who have watched Complex for any length of time understand your doing the best you can I think, and one thing we do as humans is make mistakes, learn from them and move on.Merry Christmas Knife Guy.
@Knivez4LivezEDC
Жыл бұрын
I can feel the knife drama through this video MC. Screw that keep at it brother I got a lot of love and respect for you and your content. Have a merry Christmas and a happy new year !!
@snailsplace9145
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas, MC. Thanks for all the hard work you put into your content and the info/opinions you offer. Have a successful and happy New Year in 2023.
@robynmolle5842
Жыл бұрын
That was my credibility comment, I appreciate your stand up attitude. 👍🏻
@landontreinen3062
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 I hope you have a great weekend with the fam. I’ve always felt like I could trust your opinion because you’re just a guy who likes knives like most of us. If you ever made a mistake it was an honest one like anyone else would make. Thanks for the content man. Two uploads a day is a crazy pace but we all love you for it bud.
@michaelsawyer519
Жыл бұрын
Happy to see this. I've been a fan for a while and it goes along way to address this now while the situation is still ongoing as opposed to later. Good on yah 👏. Happy Kwanzaa
@earlcox5896
Жыл бұрын
It’s hard brother, but those of us who stand with you understand. Choose the road that you must but understand there are many people and companies who will do and say anything to justify what ever it is they want to justify. I think you’ve done well brother take it easy on yourself. Blessings
@jonathanwatson268
Жыл бұрын
MMM, interesting video 😂 as always we appreciate your own transparency and how quick you are to admit and correct any mistake or incorrect information you've communicated.
@OreoDave
Жыл бұрын
Only been here for under a year, and I don't think YOUR integrity has been in question for me. Doing the best you can with the info you have been given.
@not-a-raccoon
Жыл бұрын
It's really infuriating when someone's dishonesty reflects poorly on you. You can only make decisions based on information you HAVE. You're good with us, dude. No worries.
@blue_tanium9685
Жыл бұрын
I feel like liver king should watch this…MC we appreciate you man!
@Nuckn_Futz
Жыл бұрын
I just wanted to thank you MC for your reviews, unboxings and information on all the different knives/brands you cover. I know everyone has their own opinions on specific brands/models. I get tickled every time you say something like "get rid of the flipper & give me thumb studs" lol. As a lefty, I'm TOTALLY opposite lol. I hate thumb studs and won't buy a knife with a frame/liner lock ever (lock near blade edge). I only purchase knives that have either button/compression lock either on the side or spine side, and only if it has a rear/top flip or I can middle finger flick it open. That doesn't mean anyone is wrong, it's just preference and ease of use. You have re-awakened my love of knives, and even got me VERY interested in branching out into accessory modding. I'm about to buy a 120v power supply and start anodizing titanium, after I finish customizing my Smock. I don't think I'll have a big knife collection, I'm more about having a handful that I can mess around customizing and dressing out myself (like you did with your multiple Shamans). Anyway, thanks again for re-igniting an interest in knives that I hadn't had in over 30yrs.
@ElricESR
Жыл бұрын
I’ve noticed some products from a company creeping back onto some channels with little or no acknowledgement of the previous controversy.
@JPK1981
Жыл бұрын
Bro! Stay 💪 and keep doing what you ❤️. We are here for it‼️ honest mistakes are part of life. Owning them important, but forgiveness is not for the other person 😁
@cheatobandito
Жыл бұрын
Don't worry bro, most of us will understand and not judge. People and companies lie.
@buffalotropicals4840
Жыл бұрын
Merry christmas, MC! Thank You for your hard work!
@David_Grun
Жыл бұрын
Listening you are confidend and nice and seing hinderer on the screen and name of the video "transparent" is impresive.
@MrBowser2012
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas MC! You’ve gained my trust and I appreciate your channel very much. God bless!
@just_nate_8694
Жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the eye candy during this important message.
@Brumsey99989
Жыл бұрын
Extreme ownership! Always the way to go. Merry Christmas!
@joemo1033
Жыл бұрын
Good wisdom here. After 12 years in enterprise SAAS sales...I still tell the newbies. Only way you can get hurt, pretending to be something you aren't, and pretending to know something you don't. You are good MC. Merry Xmas.
@mikereese15
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas. No one is ever really going to know unless they are involved in the process.
@ZippoVarga
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas MC! Wait....MC= Merry Christmas....ok, you win! Thanks so much for being a genuine stand up guy! Hope the Complex Crew has a great holiday! Zip~
@richardwysocki8300
Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your videos. You have carved out a niche in the knife review world with your content and enthusiasm. Honesty and transparency will win out over self-appointed know-it-alls. Anyone who is less-than-forthright and is not prepared to reevaluate their past assertions will lose both trust and viewers. Rest assured your audience appreciates and respects your work. Peace and prosperity to you and yours, Mate. Question: Would you please expand on the point you made regarding the Hogue Ritter?
@metal_complex
Жыл бұрын
The Ritter Hogue is, in my opinion, dollar for dollar the very best USA EDC folding knife. Beyond this knife, it's very difficult to justify every additional dollar spent because of how well made and high functioning the Ritter Hogue is.
@ethanackerman2174
Жыл бұрын
Just wanna say I love the channel bro! You just helped me buy my newest knife. Merry Christmas
@JohnnyQ714
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas Bro! IMHO, you’ve matured on here, throughout the time I’ve been present. I like that (not that it matters to you or anyone) but…. On a funny side note, I stopped taking tequila shots every time you said the word “right?” for the fear of more drunken knife shopping 😆 also, I love it when you go into Jim Gaffigan mode and start saying what you think some are saying in reply to what you’re saying! 🤣. 2023!! Forward and up!!! 🔪🇺🇸🔪🇺🇸🔪🇺🇸🔪🍺
@MayhemMechanic
Жыл бұрын
Similar thing happened to me when I was still a novice in the knife world. I bought a custom ordered RavenCrest OTF for 280 bucks..........nuff said 🤦♂️🔥🔥
@annmarie9196
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas!! Keep up all the good work!
@keadog1838
Жыл бұрын
New to this so I'm not sure what you are or are not saying. I've purchased several knives based on your channel already, including ordering one of the upcoming Pulsars in patterned titanium. One thing: in another recent video you mentioned "overpriced", but when I went to look at/possibly order the knives, every one I was interested in was sold out. In cases like that, I don't think the product can be called overpriced if there is more residual demand than supply. Appreciate your enthusiasm...
@byronkennedy7912
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas or Cule Yule Metal Complex. It is one thing to make a mistake, another to deceive at the onset. Either way, the truth is better for all. I have heard people ask "why does it matter where it's made"? It only matters if one wants to pay a fair price for a great product and know it has "quality and value" for all involved (consumer/seller/business owner/laborers). Caveat Emptor !
@dwo37650
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to you and your family!
@willtreese5046
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas, Good Job as always.
@wupwop
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas
@rhinosaur.
Жыл бұрын
It's so disappointing and disheartening when these things come out. I hate the drama and the whole mob mentality, too, but I also know that companies need to be held accountable when they deceive us. It's just ugly. But we can't let it diminish our love for great knives.
@collinb.8542
Жыл бұрын
MC I know you probably don't know but would you know if the Boker Plus Bob will ever be produced again? I really want one but it appears they are discontinued.
@jamesfair9751
Жыл бұрын
God I love the zircuti I really want that exo! Do you know if they are still making those? I understand it’s hard enough to get the regular ones but I do see them come up every now and then curious if they will make more in the zircuti???
@itsme5279
Жыл бұрын
In other words, "Alex Steingraber" woke you up!
@metal_complex
Жыл бұрын
That was sent to me after the fact. I'm not concerned with Alex. I honestly had no idea who he was. Most of what I learned came from Transparent knives. Thankful for his insight.
@nikesbhehe
Жыл бұрын
While you may be the first source of information for some of us in the community, expecting you to have all the facts, right off the bat, isn’t fair. Half the time, your videos are of your first time checking out a knife; literally “first impressions.” If you, yourself, have been misinformed or deceived, that’s not the same as mistakenly giving the wrong information. That’s not your fault. Having kept up with the current goings-on, I do appreciate this video though. It’s unfortunate that not everyone has chosen to handle things the way you have here. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
@burtcremlin403
Жыл бұрын
Don’t be more timid. Say the things the knife makers lead you to believe and let the enthusiast clarify. Everyone knows you’re just a collector.
@burtcremlin403
Жыл бұрын
The channels name isn’t- Metal Professional.
@burtcremlin403
Жыл бұрын
Someone told me a long time ago… Stupid people, like stupid shit. That isn’t your responsibility
@not-a-raccoon
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas MC!
@chunkycut3376
Жыл бұрын
Pretty sure somebody swapped the pumpkin pie for sweet potato pie, and didn’t disclose. #🥧 trust
@simonwright7640
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas M/C
@johnwilbanks1452
Жыл бұрын
It’s so great to see influencers deal with situations like this with grace as you have. Unlike a certain whistleblower did. True class act all the way around my friend 🤝
@bradymitten
Жыл бұрын
Can someone enlighten me as to what he is talking about? So which company is lying to us again?
@Keith_the_knife_freak
Жыл бұрын
M3 tactical..
@bradymitten
Жыл бұрын
@@Keith_the_knife_freak didn’t they show a video of their shop?
@Keith_the_knife_freak
Жыл бұрын
They do but it's not what it seems. It is possible some of there stuff is made in house. But other stuff is not ..
@danielklunk4984
Жыл бұрын
Got 2 knives for Christmas.
@ericsimon1630
Жыл бұрын
I GAVE 2 knives for Christmas !
@Mridgwell
Жыл бұрын
I always preferred a Les be honest attitude .
@Quietluxury83
Жыл бұрын
you can try stretcher and make a video about an american ax? I like channel and subscribe and support. Merry Christmas. You ok✌
@hawkshadowoseanacy5171
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas to those who's beliefs kerp this day special.
@jorreymaynard658
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas!
@MrBowser2012
Жыл бұрын
Merry Christmas!✝️
@not-a-raccoon
Жыл бұрын
Screw everyone else, I guess.
@GLOCKsh00ter24
Жыл бұрын
Did we find out another "USA made" knife is not really USA made? What IG page do I need to go look at to catch up?
@metal_complex
Жыл бұрын
Ongoing. Still waiting for some definitive answers
@djpellman
Жыл бұрын
M3 Tactical not being USA made. Check out LeftyEDC for the details.
@g.dilla.
Жыл бұрын
@@metal_complex I know you avoid drama at all costs, but I think it would be beneficial to pull the M3 videos. You gave some pretty strong recommendations to potential makers looking for USA OEM’s. Would hate to hear of them utilizing M3 based on your recommendations.
@gavinmiller1998
Жыл бұрын
@@g.dilla. funny enough M3 tactical has a link to metal complex’s video on their website 😂
@metal_complex
Жыл бұрын
Nope. Altered the descriptions in those vids to update folks. Pulling videos isn't something I like to do. Makes it look like I'm hiding something. Would rather leave them and clarify.
@GOLD_FEVER
Жыл бұрын
Context?
@matthewtickel845
Жыл бұрын
Clearly there is reasoning behind this video. I just watched a similarly toned one from Jim Skelton. I'm not trying to be a dick (I have a talent) if you're going to talk about transparency and trust, why not a "just the facts" video on what is prompting this video? What is going on?
@metal_complex
Жыл бұрын
The problem is that a "fact" has a different definition depending on who you're talking to. My definition of fact is pretty strict, and I have to be extremely careful. Have a look through the comments
@matthewtickel845
Жыл бұрын
@@metal_complex Ok I get it now. It seems like mountains out of mole hills to me.
@metal_complex
Жыл бұрын
It will seem different to everyone. That's part of the problem.
@BGLK
Жыл бұрын
If this was triggered by the USA manufacturer who some are now accusing of having their stuff made in China, i can understand the trigger for the video. I'll not name that manufacturer as I don't know the truth. All I can say for sure is that I think we all know that you do your best MC, and you can only work from what you believe to be true. I will say I'm going to personally believe that the aforementioned maker is telling the truth, until someone can prove the owner is lying. I still believe a man's word is good enough until it is proven to be false.
@0zmose
Жыл бұрын
Kinda lame that you had to take time out of your Xmas to address a bunch of dumb knife drama. Hope you enjoy the rest of the holiday MC.
@ianvogel3604
Жыл бұрын
Now, wouldn’t it be nice for M3 tactical to have some real transparency and an honest conversation about lying to the knive community and making the choice to continue on doubling down on stupid by posting videos as proof of (They’re knife building) abilities. Which are at the end of the day proves nothing at all. 🤦
@DrDrewdude
Жыл бұрын
I don’t see how you can take full blame when even the company didn’t know it was happening.
@willtreese5046
Жыл бұрын
You Do You Man, Let The Snowflakes Worry About The Small 'Stuff'.
@MF_UNDERTOW
Жыл бұрын
Right
@TheAdequateMedia
Жыл бұрын
Just snatched up a USAmadeblade Halftrack wharnie 🤌 I discovered your channel after buying a secondhand gen 1 Halftrack about 3, or 4 years ago Also I defended you in that particular comment section, assuming that is a apart of this dialogue.
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