This knife is the best folding knife for self-defense. I love it.
@fearnoevilllc9719
2 жыл бұрын
That's my "grail" knife. It's a dedicated defensive blade for me so I don't cut anything with it. I don't even carry other metal items in the same pocket so it doesn't get scratched. I do have the XL version in regular G10. That I'll take out and use. None of that rattle on my Espada. When you said there was a fit and finish issue I thought you'd mention how insanely sharp the spine is. Mine is way sharper than my bushcraft knives that are designed with 90 degree spines for throwing sparks.
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
My spine is somewhat sharp but not overwhelmingly so. The rattle isn’t an issue when closed or opened so not a huge deal. It’s well worth the price!
@jorgefernandez6407
2 жыл бұрын
Man, you just said "everything" I was going to say, word for word!!!
@hop-skipthechewtoys1836
2 жыл бұрын
I did a bit of Kali myself and I can assure you, anything that can deploy from the pocket is excellent as a self defense tool but perhaps the best part of this knife is that its scary---just pulling it will likely stop a situation before it starts
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the input!
@sammysmith8394
2 жыл бұрын
Love mine so glad I talked myself into buying it I Carry everyday but if someone ask to use my knife I give them my little gerber box cutter some people don't think twice about using a knife for screw driver or hammer . I would catch a case if someone messed up my espada
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Hahah fair
@williamallison9111
Жыл бұрын
I’ve had numerous Espadas over the years, and recently got the bug again. I never had that issue with the stop pin, but I will say that if you ever decide to polish the aluminum, Mothers will bring it back to brand new condition and fast. Grease video.
@chipe420
Жыл бұрын
Great review. I have the large S35vn as well. My 2XL sized hands don't jive with a lot of knives, but this the most comfortable knife I think I've ever held. I carry this exclusively for self defense. When I first got it, I had the unfortunate pleasure of accidentally cutting my finger with it. It just effortlessly sliced to the BONE. The triad lock is built like a tank. The only way to improve on this knife from a defense standpoint is to just carry a fixed blade, but legally I can't do that where I currently live (Los Angeles). Out of all the folding knives in the world, this is 100% the one I feel most comfortable trusting to defend my life.
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Good to know!
@jakobbaker3588
2 жыл бұрын
I'm really wanting to get this knife I'm just having trouble choosing if I want the original or the G10, any opinions?
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
I would go OG if you can afford it. Especially at the price. Gorgeous blade and even better steel choice!
@jorgefernandez6407
2 жыл бұрын
Grail knife for me also. Everything Adam Boyd said... Word for word!!!
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
It is a worthy grail!
@elihollingsworth6852
Жыл бұрын
If you love fighting blades but want another grail, check out RMJ tactical and Half Face blades
@CleveLakeAffect
Жыл бұрын
Where did you find the XL for $200? It sells for $600 on the Cold Steel website.
@owenschmowen5313
Жыл бұрын
Blade hq sells for 315 currently
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
Crazy sale on Amazon at one point
@leeonr
Жыл бұрын
@@MattRoseKnives americans are lucky, i had to pay high premium since there's only 1 place in entire canada you can get these, but it does feel good to own one since it may be impossible to get in the near future
@DEATHGRIP360
Жыл бұрын
Hello. I think it is supposed to do that , the sound is from a old school knife to drive fear into the person on the other end of the blade. I forget what it's called but that nose is done on purpose.
@marvelsucksnow6424
2 жыл бұрын
The way it was made
@murphster737
3 ай бұрын
Y no XL tho
@TheGreyman61
Жыл бұрын
So the bolsters are aluminum? I thought they were stainless steel
@thehebrewyisraeliteinstitu1868
Жыл бұрын
I have the entire polish series in medium (Aus8) large and Xl and the od green in medium large xl all in cts xhp and i have an extra polish large for carry and a large g10 in fde and xl in aus10 I guess I really like the Espada series
@MattRoseKnives
Жыл бұрын
They’re awesome!
@sigiligus
Жыл бұрын
Great collectable. It looks beautiful and it’s iconic. And it’s eminently functional. Will you ever actually use it? Probably not. Would you every even carry it? I wouldn’t, the XL doesn’t even fit in most pockets. But I’ve always thought that functionality is part of the cool factor. Who wants to hang up a fake sword on his display cabinet? Who wants a fake sports car in his driveway? If you’re going to pay for this collectable (and that’s what I think it is), you want it to also be a real functional product.
@otobotrecords
Жыл бұрын
Great folder. I have the CTS-XHP version.
@otobotrecords
Жыл бұрын
Mine doesn't have the loose stop pin issue btw.
@jsarmory9628
2 жыл бұрын
I just want this because of Tuco from breaking bad
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Haha fair!
@sammysmith8394
2 жыл бұрын
That's 1st time I saw it and googled to see what kind it was finally bought it
@fionnmaccumhaill3257
Жыл бұрын
What season and episode?
@powerplay4real174
2 жыл бұрын
I got a few that makes that clicking noise, but when it's lock the lock up is solid ,but the noise is a little concerning,but it's not like that on all my Tri Ad knives but a Recon 1 & G10 Espada large and polished G10 Espada large. Thinks for showing your issue know I know it's not just mine that does this. 💰💲💰
@powerplay4real174
2 жыл бұрын
I may do a video on the ones I have the issue with ⚖️💰💲💲💰⚖️
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
You got it man!
@jakefarronmerlin7963
2 жыл бұрын
Respectable review. Subbed.
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@jorgefernandez6407
2 жыл бұрын
GREAT REVIEW btw Matt!!!
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@LDmagnum
2 жыл бұрын
These things are selling at like 150 some places right now, pretty sure amazon and knife center had them at that price
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah they were just a few days ago. Insane deal!
@kylec3869
2 жыл бұрын
I wish it was setated I bought a month ago xl espada awesome knife EDC bought the cheaper one g10 handles
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
I’m not a huge fan of Cold Steels serrations, but to each their own!
@santiagoiglesiasgarcia9807
11 ай бұрын
The "flagship of Cold Steel"? I find it debatable. True, it's a superb folder, but the aforementioned category may rather belong to their celebrated Tanto Series. Even their Trailmaster or Tai Pan.
@razorrook218
Жыл бұрын
I have this same issue with my lynn thompson spartan
@butchthompson4279
Жыл бұрын
What is the blade grind ?
@jonathanvermillion7263
Жыл бұрын
Flat grind on the new ones
@sammysmith8394
2 жыл бұрын
Mine doesn't have the pin issue
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
Good to hear!
@anthonyb2990
2 жыл бұрын
Is the new GSM one?
@MattRoseKnives
2 жыл бұрын
It does have the GSM logo, yes
@anthonyb2990
2 жыл бұрын
@@MattRoseKnives Very nice, I just ordered it from Amazon for $174 as I've heard the new GSM ones are perfect fit and finish.
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