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Posted: 10/11/2016 8:41:36 AM EDT
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Poorman's version: http://www.knifecenter.com/item/SP66PBK3/spyderco-c66pbk3-centofante-3-folding-knife-vg10-plain-blade-frn-channeled-handles
Richman's version: http://www.knifecenter.com/item/SP155TIP/Spyderco-C155TIP-Centofante-Memory-Folding-Knife-3-inch-VG10-Steel-Blade-Blue-Titanium-with-Glass-Fiber-Insert-Handles |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 9:17:26 AM EDT
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I actually don't like the look of that blue titanium. Just not for me.
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Posted: 10/11/2016 9:21:34 AM EDT
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I think my definition of gentleman's knife might be off. KnifeCenter has a whole section of those knives and the majority have pearl handles.
I am looking for something not-tactical, a simple tasteful handle, probably wood and something I can carry deep in the pocket and also have room for something else in the pocket. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 9:45:53 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/11/2016 11:11:03 AM EDT
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What do you think of the stockman style? All the old guys gentlemen I've ever meet carried one. Case seems to be the standard for that style.
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Posted: 10/11/2016 11:22:16 AM EDT
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Thanks for the heads up on Boker.
I like the stockman style except I have grown to like a good deep pocket clip. I don't want anything to be loose in the pocket. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 12:03:03 PM EDT
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What do you think of the stockman style? All the old guys gentlemen I've ever meet carried one. Case seems to be the standard for that style. link They are great knives and you can get them scary sharp. Definitely fall into the category of a "gentleman's" knife, rather than a SHTF type knife. The blades are somewhat prone to pitting, though, in my experience. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 1:39:44 PM EDT
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I am looking for an EDC knife that is a little classier and lower profile. I have a leek and I like it but want something different. I have been carrying a blur but its a little big for what I want. I really like the Boker Urban Trapper: http://www.knifecenter.com/item/BO01BO734/boker-plus-brad-zinker-urban-trapper-folding-knife-vg10-satin-plain-blade-cocobolo-wood-handles Are there any other knives similar to the Urban Trapper you guys would suggest? Before you decide, watch this YouTube review... the good, the bad, and the ugly... |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 2:08:09 PM EDT
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Kershaw leek
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Posted: 10/11/2016 3:56:43 PM EDT
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I am looking for an EDC knife that is a little classier and lower profile. I have a leek and I like it but want something different. I have been carrying a blur but its a little big for what I want. I really like the Boker Urban Trapper: http://www.knifecenter.com/item/BO01BO734/boker-plus-brad-zinker-urban-trapper-folding-knife-vg10-satin-plain-blade-cocobolo-wood-handles Are there any other knives similar to the Urban Trapper you guys would suggest? Before you decide, watch this YouTube review... the good, the bad, and the ugly... I have that knife and I would say he's accurate. I do like the knife |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 5:39:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Kershaw leek |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 5:54:26 PM EDT
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Haha, I do like the Leek. Don't get me wrong, its carried more than anything else until I bent the tip trying to get a stuck quarter out of a gas station air pump coin slot. I keep meaning to try to hammer it out and if it doesn't straighten up sending it back to Kershaw for a new blade.
thanks for the feedback, glad to hear from someone who actually owns one. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 6:32:26 PM EDT
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Budget?
If money is no (or little) object, I'd recommend a CRK Mnandi, but that may be out of range... |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 7:31:13 PM EDT
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Price range is 50-125. That is definitely out of my range. haha
Thank you for the suggestion. Again, I am not into the pearl look or bright colors. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 7:36:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryWell, I didn't buy it but my "wish list" did get a little bigger  |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 7:42:05 PM EDT
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For me it is a Buck Vantage Pro in S30v and G10 or Vantage Avid in 13c26 and Dymond wood.
They have a flat profile that carries well almost like its not there. The deep pocket clip is great or can be taken off. The blade opens very smooth and has a small flipper if you want to use it. The whole thing has nice lines and is well built and not scary or tactical looking. They come in large and small. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 8:31:04 PM EDT
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Gayle Bradley Air
Excellent steel (CPM-M4), Ti liners, classy looking silver twill and wonderful action. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 9:08:06 PM EDT
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EnZo Birk 75?
I got the Scandi grind, D2 tool steel, with carbon fiber scales last Christmas, for about $95 on sale with KnifeCountry USA. Figure $100-$115 for that model. You can get them in FFG, or Scandi, S30v, or D2, G10, curly birch, green micarta and carbon fiber, so you have some options. It might be a tad thicker than some, but it's a well implemented design that qualifies as a 'gentleman's knife,' IMO. 
Good luck! Chris |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 9:33:17 PM EDT
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How about a traditional slipjoint pocket knife?
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Posted: 10/11/2016 10:04:53 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/11/2016 10:25:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThat's exactly what I was going to suggest. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 11:14:21 PM EDT
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Boker is trash IMO. This is a shame, I think they make some attractive knife designs, if only the quality was there. |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 11:15:29 PM EDT
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Gift from my late aunt - very nice nice
http://www.buckknives.com/product/505-knight-knife/0505RWS-B/ |
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Posted: 10/11/2016 11:29:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/11/2016 11:30:22 PM EDT
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 and this clipped to my keyring  |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 12:15:14 AM EDT
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i'll disagree with those who say boker is trash. i only have one, but the build quality is quite nice.
this might be a little different, but it's within your range, and what i would consider classy-ish and low profile: boker mini kwaiken 
somewhat similar profile to the urban trapper; perhaps a little more "tactical." |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 8:13:34 AM EDT
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Maybe a Spyderco Sage carbon fiber
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Posted: 10/12/2016 8:57:05 AM EDT
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This is a shame, I think they make some attractive knife designs, if only the quality was there. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Boker is trash IMO. This is a shame, I think they make some attractive knife designs, if only the quality was there. Agreed! It's almost like they make decorative knives. 
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Posted: 10/12/2016 9:40:45 AM EDT
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I carry the Benchmade Emissary in a business casual environment.
The pocket clip comes off the top of the knife so it is nice and discrete. They aren't cheap but if you shop around you can find a deal and you will be getting benchmade quality. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 12:12:06 PM EDT
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For a gentlemen's EDC, I'd recommend the Zero Tolerance 0770cf. It's pretty much the perfect gentleman's EDC. 3.25" stonewashed Elmax blade, incredibly thin machined carbon fiber handle, titanium lock, and it only weighs 3oz. It's slightly out of your budget at $180, but it's worth stretching the budget in my opinion.
Also, ZT does offer it with a titanium handle. It's .7 oz heavier and not as classy looking, but it is $20 cheaper and still an excellent knife. And if your budget is too strict for either of those, I'd go with the Spyderco Sage 5. Not as nice and classy as the ZT 0770cf, but still and excellent knife and priced at $130. My ZT 0770cf: 
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Posted: 10/12/2016 2:31:46 PM EDT
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i'll disagree with those who say boker is trash. i only have one, but the build quality is quite nice. this might be a little different, but it's within your range, and what i would consider classy-ish and low profile: boker mini kwaiken http://www.bladehq.com/imgs/knives/manual-knives/boker-manual/boker-plus-folding/boker-plus-mini-kwaiken-flipper-cm.jpg somewhat similar profile to the urban trapper; perhaps a little more "tactical." I've wanted to buy one for a while, quality is what's keeping me away |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 2:36:41 PM EDT
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I've wanted to buy one for a while, quality is what's keeping me away Quote HistoryQuoted:
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i'll disagree with those who say boker is trash. i only have one, but the build quality is quite nice. this might be a little different, but it's within your range, and what i would consider classy-ish and low profile: boker mini kwaiken http://www.bladehq.com/imgs/knives/manual-knives/boker-manual/boker-plus-folding/boker-plus-mini-kwaiken-flipper-cm.jpg somewhat similar profile to the urban trapper; perhaps a little more "tactical." I've wanted to buy one for a while, quality is what's keeping me away Boker doesn't have any of that stuff.
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Posted: 10/12/2016 2:36:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryHoly shit I'm in love!!! |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 2:40:53 PM EDT
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Yeah I really like the benchmade as well. It looks still a little beefier than I want though.
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Posted: 10/12/2016 2:46:32 PM EDT
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Yeah I really like the benchmade as well. It looks still a little beefier than I want though. It's super hard to get a feel for them over the interwebs. I'd suggest a bass pro shops or cabelas or something to get a feel for what you want. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 2:52:15 PM EDT
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I carry the Benchmade Emissary in a business casual environment. The pocket clip comes off the top of the knife so it is nice and discrete. They aren't cheap but if you shop around you can find a deal and you will be getting benchmade quality. I have an Emissary that I carry when dressed business casual or nicer. It is a good size for more discreet carry and doesn't look too "tactical". |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 2:52:45 PM EDT
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Yeah I really like the benchmade as well. It looks still a little beefier than I want though. Yeah, I looked through the user pics posted on Amazon and the blade looks a little long. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 3:00:30 PM EDT
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Yeah I really like the benchmade as well. It looks still a little beefier than I want though. The emissary and new Amicus are pretty thin and light. Both are assisted so kinda loud. Benchmade has the Valet which is a nice little gentleman's folder with an axis lock and incredible steel(M390) Bottom knife 
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Posted: 10/12/2016 3:14:47 PM EDT
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Umfaan (Chris Reeve)
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Posted: 10/12/2016 3:31:33 PM EDT
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For a gentlemen's EDC, I'd recommend the Zero Tolerance 0770cf. It's pretty much the perfect gentleman's EDC. 3.25" stonewashed Elmax blade, incredibly thin machined carbon fiber handle, titanium lock, and it only weighs 3oz. It's slightly out of your budget at $180, but it's worth stretching the budget in my opinion. Also, ZT does offer it with a titanium handle. It's .7 oz heavier and not as classy looking, but it is $20 cheaper and still an excellent knife. And if your budget is too strict for either of those, I'd go with the Spyderco Sage 5. Not as nice and classy as the ZT 0770cf, but still and excellent knife and priced at $130. My ZT 0770cf: http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i17/paulvolk/20160924_155944_zpsbv50lrms.jpg http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i17/paulvolk/20160924_155936_zpshjbbnrfq.jpg A second on this knife, I have it and carry it everyday. Light as a feather and ZT tough. Love this knife |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 5:20:59 PM EDT
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The emissary and new Amicus are pretty thin and light. Both are assisted so kinda loud. Benchmade has the Valet which is a nice little gentleman's folder with an axis lock and incredible steel(M390) Bottom knife http://i647.photobucket.com/albums/uu199/starscr34m/thisstupidgamedrivesmenuts_zpsalgts1n3.jpg Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Yeah I really like the benchmade as well. It looks still a little beefier than I want though. The emissary and new Amicus are pretty thin and light. Both are assisted so kinda loud. Benchmade has the Valet which is a nice little gentleman's folder with an axis lock and incredible steel(M390) Bottom knife http://i647.photobucket.com/albums/uu199/starscr34m/thisstupidgamedrivesmenuts_zpsalgts1n3.jpg I looked hard at the amicus etc. recently. Add to that the classic version of the 940 - the green AL handle and reverse tanto make it non-intimidating to a degree. Medium size light knife with axis lock. (emissary on top, 940 on bottom) 
Within budget the Manix 2 with the blurple scales and s110v, or the lightweight blue one (s110v) or just a full house Delica 4 in green with the ZPM-189 are all relatively unassuming. 
As Star knows I'm waiting on a Loinsteel TRE, which can be had @$165 for the g10 ones. Ti integral lock and M390 steel 
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Posted: 10/12/2016 5:46:14 PM EDT
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Boker doesn't have any of that stuff. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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i'll disagree with those who say boker is trash. i only have one, but the build quality is quite nice. this might be a little different, but it's within your range, and what i would consider classy-ish and low profile: boker mini kwaiken http://www.bladehq.com/imgs/knives/manual-knives/boker-manual/boker-plus-folding/boker-plus-mini-kwaiken-flipper-cm.jpg somewhat similar profile to the urban trapper; perhaps a little more "tactical." I've wanted to buy one for a while, quality is what's keeping me away Boker doesn't have any of that stuff. my fullsize CF kwaiken has plenty of it. my g/f's emissary, which gets heavy use, has a hell of a lot more blade play than my boker. the only knock i have against my boker is that they really should have put some jimping on the flipper. otherwise it's a really nice knife. |
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Posted: 10/12/2016 6:41:20 PM EDT
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Benchmade CLA is quite classy looking. And an auto knife: http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_store.html?usrsearch=benchmade%20cla&
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Posted: 10/14/2016 1:57:52 AM EDT
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CRKT Heiho
CRKT M16 Kershaw Skyline Rides high, classy, lots of flavors Cold Steel Hold Out Mcusta Gentleman Low ride, classy, lots of flavors |
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Posted: 10/14/2016 3:01:27 PM EDT
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Benchmade CLA is quite classy looking. And an auto knife: http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_store.html?usrsearch=benchmade%20cla& https://images.knifecenter.com/thumb/1500x1500/knifecenter/benchmade-knives/images/4300.jpg I had a silver deep carry clip on my Griptilian. Swapped the carry clips, and with the silver clip, I think it looks even classier. Plus, it's nice to have a black clip on my Grip since it has a black blade. |
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Posted: 10/16/2016 10:50:38 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/16/2016 10:56:54 PM EDT
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I've been following this thread for a while and I keep coming back to my own Leek. I just wish the blade was a bit thicker, especially at the tip
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Posted: 10/20/2016 8:17:43 PM EDT
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My vote is for a Benchmade 940 or if you want something a little smaller the 707. I have both and really like them.
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Posted: 10/20/2016 8:18:54 PM EDT
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My vote is for a Benchmade 940 or if you want something a little smaller the 707. I have both and really like them. The 940 is pretty classy. The 940-1 even moreso |
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Posted: 10/20/2016 8:58:05 PM EDT
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