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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:08:39 AM EDT
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I've had an SOG Trident forever and it has been good. Its also pretty light for a knife that size. $50
I'm sure there are better for less, and shittier for more. Zero Tolerance is nice if you got the money. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:09:57 AM EDT
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Bench made.
I had an original grip-tillian mini until I broke it with a pair of wire crimpers (large ones for cattle fence - long story). Ended up with the WARN Edition Griptillian full size with the spring assist. It's D2 hardened tool steel. Great piece of kit. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:11:45 AM EDT
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I have had decent luck with my Spyderco Delica
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:23:35 AM EDT
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Define " burn a whole hole in my wallet"
$20? sub-$100? Are you going to treat it like a pry bar or mostly open mail? CRKT-Drifter $23.95 Spyderco Tenacious $40.34 Kershaw Blur $ 64.39 (blemish models can be had for less, check out kershaw guy) Benchmade Griptilian $93.50 |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:26:42 AM EDT
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Benchmade Griptilian. Most can be had for under $100, and its a solid freaking knife.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:27:05 AM EDT
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Benchmade Griptilian or mini Griptilian.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:28:34 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:30:06 AM EDT
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they cut shit
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:32:21 AM EDT
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Looking for a good EDC folder that won't burn a whole in my wallet. Watcha got? Need way more info. What would burn a hole in your wallet? $50, $100, $250?? Also what style. But you probably can't go wrong with Kershaw, spyderco, benchmade, or zero tolerance. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:44:11 AM EDT
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Used to carry a Kershaw Leek, but I've moved up to a Protech
$25 or less for the Kershaw, $200 or so for the Protech. You get what you pay for |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:47:45 AM EDT
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Benchmade Mini Barrage has been my favorite for quite some time of late. Less than 3", which is required where I work.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:47:56 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:54:48 AM EDT
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Need way more info. What would burn a hole in your wallet? $50, $100, $250?? Also what style. But you probably can't go wrong with Kershaw, spyderco, benchmade, or zero tolerance. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Looking for a good EDC folder that won't burn a whole in my wallet. Watcha got? Need way more info. What would burn a hole in your wallet? $50, $100, $250?? Also what style. But you probably can't go wrong with Kershaw, spyderco, benchmade, or zero tolerance. Nothing more than $150. I'm really liking the benchmade pardue 530 in black. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:58:05 AM EDT
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Nothing more than $150. I'm really liking the benchmade pardue 530 in black. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Looking for a good EDC folder that won't burn a whole in my wallet. Watcha got? Need way more info. What would burn a hole in your wallet? $50, $100, $250?? Also what style. But you probably can't go wrong with Kershaw, spyderco, benchmade, or zero tolerance. Nothing more than $150. I'm really liking the benchmade pardue 530 in black. I have one of those. It is definitely NOT a hard use knife. This is my current collection.  The 530 is right in the middle.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:58:29 AM EDT
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If you like a small dagger for EDC, go for it.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 7:59:51 AM EDT
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Check out http://kershawguy.com
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:00:52 AM EDT
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I carry a Kershaw Leek serrated. You can find them for $30 on ebay. I love 'em.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:04:28 AM EDT
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I've got a ZT 0200 blemished model from kershaw guy. Great blade for the money if your looking for a larger pocket knife.
I cut a wave feature into mine so it opens automatically when removed from the pocket. I liked the Emerson's but didn't want to drop the dough. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:08:17 AM EDT
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{SNIP} Nothing more than $150. I'm really liking the benchmade pardue 530 in black. You can't go wrong with a Benchmade. My EDC folder is a 710 Axis Lock: 
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:08:32 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:11:12 AM EDT
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Had a SOG Trident, until it got stolen, then I tried a few others, the blur 2, and a few others I can't think of the name atm. I recently replaced the SOG Trident and am happy again.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:14:46 AM EDT
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Thats my EDC Quote HistoryThat is A LOT of knife for the price! |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:16:41 AM EDT
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they cut shit You have been schooled |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:20:50 AM EDT
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I used to have a Benchmade as an EDC, then someone bought me a SOG mini trident. I have been using the SOG ever since because I'm not too concerned if I abuse it, which I have to a degree and I'm quite impressed with it as it's a solid little knife and holds it's edge decently.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:26:59 AM EDT
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ZT 0566
It is the best bang for the buck at the ~$150 price point |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:33:44 AM EDT
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Benchmade Griptilian or mini Griptilian. This...I have hundreds of high end knives, and EDC a mini Griptillian. Been abusing it every day for the past 5 years. 
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:34:52 AM EDT
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Benchmade Griptilian or mini Griptilian. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:35:34 AM EDT
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benchmade grip or mini grip
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:39:55 AM EDT
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You can't go wrong with a Benchmade. My EDC folder is a 710 Axis Lock: <a href="http://s3.photobucket.com/user/mic214/media/Knives/DSCN0216_edited.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y71/mic214/Knives/DSCN0216_edited.jpg</a> Quote HistoryQuoted:
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{SNIP} Nothing more than $150. I'm really liking the benchmade pardue 530 in black. You can't go wrong with a Benchmade. My EDC folder is a 710 Axis Lock: <a href="http://s3.photobucket.com/user/mic214/media/Knives/DSCN0216_edited.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y71/mic214/Knives/DSCN0216_edited.jpg</a> do you even pocket clip abuse, bro? 
JK, great knife. In my pocket now! |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:39:58 AM EDT
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Kershaw Leek. Made in USA, under $30, and has the sweet Speedsafe opener.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:43:57 AM EDT
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Had a SOG Trident, until it got stolen, then I tried a few others, the blur 2, and a few others I can't think of the name atm. I recently replaced the SOG Trident and am happy again. I love mine or am so used to it I can't imagine anything else. I'm tough on it too. If it does break or gets lost its a easily replaceable. (cost/availability) I'd have a tough time opening a can or something with a >$100 knife. I'd definitely baby a knife of that price even though I know they can probably take much more abuse. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:45:04 AM EDT
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Another vote for the mini grip. I also like my delica.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:45:36 AM EDT
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I have had decent luck with my Spyderco Delica This is my favorite, regular 'ol pocket knife. Not a big ass tactical type knife, but perfect EDC for me. (I just lost another one, a while back) |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:46:14 AM EDT
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Nothing but the best!
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Posted: 12/13/2013 8:57:37 AM EDT
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My buddy at work just ceracoated this for me. Love it.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:02:13 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:05:59 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:39:10 AM EDT
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:41:52 AM EDT
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Kershaw anything.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:42:39 AM EDT
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Nothing more than $150. I'm really liking the benchmade pardue 530 in black. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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Looking for a good EDC folder that won't burn a whole in my wallet. Watcha got? Need way more info. What would burn a hole in your wallet? $50, $100, $250?? Also what style. But you probably can't go wrong with Kershaw, spyderco, benchmade, or zero tolerance. Nothing more than $150. I'm really liking the benchmade pardue 530 in black. Benchmade 707, step above the Griptilian, can be had for less than 150.00 |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:46:17 AM EDT
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For any serious use the mini grip hands down. The 530 looks cool but it doesn't even have liners in it. Quote HistoryWhat he said about the 530, they are slim, we'll made and look good but doesn't have liners. Holy sticker shock! The last 555 I bought was around $60 with tax 
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:49:10 AM EDT
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I like Benchmade but think the Griptilian series is garbage. I'm sorry, but the plastic handles feel cheap as shit and are a proven weakness with the design of the Griptilian. FRN was modern back in the 80's, but now it's just a sign of squeezing out every last bit of profit available by using the cheapest material available. People are putting the 530 on blast for not having steel liners, but the Griptilian only has partial liners and is only as strong as the shitty plastic the grips are made from.
This tax season I plan on grabbing another Osborne Rift though. I carry either an Ontario Utilitac II or a ZT 0350. I haven't found a liner locking knife tougher than the 0350, but the Utilitac is close and has the smoothest action of any folder I've held at any price range. It's also designed by Joe Pardue. ETA: To be fair I should note that the Mini Griptilian does use full steel liners. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:58:32 AM EDT
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why people don't talk about blade steel, which is the most important factor of a knife, not brand or price.
if two knives using the same steel, how can they justify huge price difference, just due to the brand? 
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Posted: 12/13/2013 9:59:51 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryNot saying it's a bad knife but the 530 has a very thin blade. 0.090" 
The griptilians modified drop point is a stronger design. Food for thought. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 10:00:48 AM EDT
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I like Benchmade but think the Griptilian series is garbage. I'm sorry, but the plastic handles feel cheap as shit and are a proven weakness with the design of the Griptilian. FRN was modern back in the 80's, but now it's just a sign of squeezing out every last bit of profit available by using the cheapest material available. People are putting the 530 on blast for not having steel liners, but the Griptilian only has partial liners and is only as strong as the shitty plastic the grips are made from. This tax season I plan on grabbing another Osborne Rift though. I carry either an Ontario Utilitac II or a ZT 0350. I haven't found a liner locking knife tougher than the 0350, but the Utilitac is close and has the smoothest action of any folder I've held at any price range. It's also designed by Joe Pardue. The Rift is pretty cool. My biggest complaint with that knife is the lack of gimping. One of my favorite benchmades is the 915 triage!! 
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Posted: 12/13/2013 10:04:13 AM EDT
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Kershaw Blur. Get the one with the Sandvik blade. Razor sharp out of the box and easy to keep an edge on.
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Posted: 12/13/2013 10:05:45 AM EDT
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why people don't talk about blade steel, which is the most important factor of a knife, not brand or price. if two knives using the same steel, how can they justify huge price difference, just due to the brand? Ergonomics, locking mechanism, construction, quality of materials and more all play a part. I'll sharpen the right knife an extra time per week if it means getting a knife that's stronger and fits me better. It all depends on your intended use really. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 10:11:09 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryI will go against the conventional wisdom others have stated here and say that the 530 is fine for EDC, as long as your EDC uses fit in line with what the 530 is good for. (I have both a 530 and a mini-grip so can speak fairly well to their strengths) The 530 is fine if your EDC tasks are things like box opening, letter opening, cutting tap or string and such. The blade profile is too thin for anything more rugged than that (unless you're really careful), so if you want to cut zip ties,break down that box you just opened, or something similar, the mini-grip is the way to go. The 530 is fine if you're a white collar type who works in an office most of the time, and the light weight and slim profile actually suits well for that. If you want something really rugged, i'd up my price point by a bit and look at an Adamas or the ZT 350 others have mentioned. (The Adamas is a heavyweight that many find too much for EDC, but if it suits your needs, go for it) I EDC a Spyderco Domino, but that's a bit out of your price range. If you're willing to spend that kind of money, you'll struggle to find a better knife for the money. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 10:14:19 AM EDT
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I have had decent luck with my Spyderco Delica Yep. I alternate carrying it and a Kershaw. |
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Posted: 12/13/2013 10:17:19 AM EDT
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why people don't talk about blade steel, which is the most important factor of a knife, not brand or price. if two knives using the same steel, how can they justify huge price difference, just due to the brand? Because the blade steel is significantly less important than fit an finish, with tempering of said steel being a huge part of that quality factor. You can quote me how much better M390 and Elmax are than 154CM any day of the week, and i'd agree, if all things are equal, but if the heat treat on that Elmax or M390 is shit, then the knife is going to be shit too, no matter how much you want throw around how great your 3rd gen powder steel knife is. |
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