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ProTech is a small knife company Hq'd in Artesia, CA and all their blades are of course 100% pure American goodness.  They produce small quantities of high end autos, many reviewed and beloved here.  

The more special Godfather series will anchor this review however.  It was a formative auto for me personally, acquired before TNP.  You'll see two versions of it as we consider a similar blade, the ProTech "Don Auto".  TD helps out with the review and adds hilarity as usual.   

This Italian inspired design has those elements but is much high quality, faster, and cooler than any European switchblade I've seen (and I've owned several).  The price is kind of up there but the knife will hold its value and that's the cost for American made.  Also consider the value price GODSON, the smaller version of The Godfather.  These are lightweight very cool collectibles and come in at a low price point.  

ProTech Don Auto:  https://shrsl.com/29mb8 

ProTech GODFATHER, it's back, what?:  https://shrsl.com/29mbw

ProTech Godson:  https://shrsl.com/29mba 

Piraha Pocket Model 1 (P-1), oh so right:  https://shrsl.com/29mjp

Too pricey?  Then these highly rec'd and used knives in TNP will fill the bill:   

AKC F16 OTF:   http://shrsl.com/1y7yp   

AKC ACE Xtreme:  http://shrsl.com/1y7ys   

Lightning OTF knives: http://shrsl.com/201x8

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Protech Don Auto

Protect is a small knife company Hq'd in Idaho. They produce small quantities of high end autos, many reviewed and beloved here. For instance, their Pocket Model 1 remains a top recommended choice for anyone looking for a value priced, but high end American auto...we have and use several! The more special Godfather series will anchor this review however. It was a formative auto for me personally, acquired before TNP. You'll see two versions of it as we consider a similar blade, the ProTech "Don Auto". TD helps out with the review and adds hilarity as usual. This Italian inspired design has those elements but is much high quality, faster, and cooler than any switchblade I've seen. The price is kind of up there but the knife will hold its value. Also consider the value price GODSON, the smaller version of The Godfather. These are lightweight very cool collectibles. Protect Don Auto: https://shrsl.com/29mb8 Protect Godson: https://shrsl.com/29mba Too pricey? Then these highly rec'd and used knives in TNP will fill the bill: AKC F16 OTF: http://shrsl.com/1y7yp AKC ACE Xtreme: http://shrsl.com/1y7ys Lightning OTF knives: http://shrsl.com/201x8

Comments

Daniel Dixon

I think they're California based

Matthew Sinn

Two krv's in one day?! Nice.

Flyingninjamonkies

Slight correction, Protech is in California. I am planning to get the new Malibu when they are available.

OKLAHOMA SOONER

I just picked up a G&G Hawk MUDD auto and man is it sweet. You should check one out sometime. It’s a super strong auto and I will be adding it to my EDC rotation. I could send it to you for a review if you so desire.

Brad Fegan

Love Protech knives. If I get one of those, I would definitely have to carry it. Now here is a question Protech vs Microtech knives??

Nathan Simms aka Darkpriest

The nutnfancy edition AK74 is my first auto. I really like it, I don't know if I'm ready to drop 200 bucks on a knife yet. You keep making me spend money watches, knives, guns. I really wish you'd review backpacker gear, my gf and I want to go backpacking next year and I've watched all of your tent reviews, but we need a 2020 update.

Spenser Weese

Really enjoying all the knife content lately. TNP KRV’s are why I joined up!

Lon N

Twofer Wednesday, those are some purdy knives. How the heck do you not carry them? Thanks guys.

RowdyRon

Yo Nutn! Such a cool knife. I wish it had a little more of a traction plan though. You referenced the "Pocket Model 1" in your description. I think you were referring to the Piranha Pocket Model 1? I got one of those (marble green) years ago based upon your review. I also have the ProTech TR-3. Great knife, but the handle is a little short. Thanks Nutn!

Adam Boyd

2 Krvs toda! And it's not even my birthday! Thanks Nutn 👍

Todd Strelka

Thanks for sharing the sexy knife reviews. Dang those autos are nice. I like the double hand guard. It looks like a hilt of a sword or dagger. LOL, TD is the "fruit of your loins". Great video as always.

Schmuckatelli

Love the tabletop decor in this KRV. While I never got a ride in one, I saw many of the V-22 Ospreys flying around Camp Lejeune back in the day when they were testing the aircraft. They didn't start deploying the Ospreys for operational use until 2005 (same year I EAS'd). I wouldn't mind seeing some more USMC aircraft on the tabletop from time to time. Semper Fi

OKLAHOMA SOONER

Absolutely! Thanks for pumping out the great content!!

DuginIN

Sometime ago I commented in a TNP KRV “Pro-Tech Don?”. You recommended it referring to your Godfather. I looked to buy one but couldn’t find one in stock that I really liked. I’m picky with the high price. Still looking. Then a year ago Kershaw came out with the Launch 8 Auto. Made in USA, 3.5” CPM 154 stonewashed blade, gray anodized aluminum handle with carbon fiber insert, 2.4 oz, $99.95. Its a winner and fun to rotate carry as 2nd or 3rd option more to show off than use. BTW I have the same Microtech Socom Elite Auto 06/2019 with an orange handle.

The Nutnfancy Project

Great choice in blades there Doug, the Launch 8 is xlnt. And the Socom in orange is insanely cool...jealous!

Brandon Avery

Is Edge Apex Pro still nutnfancy's number one choice for sharpening?

Jonathan Simon

Pro-Tech is a great knife company. I picked up a Strider PT back in OCT...definitely kicks a lot of other blades out of my pocket in the rotation cycle.

Tacticaldoodle

So far. It's worked well enough I haven't ever heard him looking to change systems around. I still think it's freakin' expensive, but there are....uh...similar options available. It'd be like changing out the fave. gun oil, if the stock one now is working fine it's not a pressing need to mix things up.

Hold Fast Joe

Yes! I tried to find one but couldn't

The Nutnfancy Project

I found out Parnis.org is kaput. It does not come up at all now. Not sure if the Kung Flu shut them down. Check eBay and you may see it come up. Wish I had a link for ya!