After 8 long years....... > General Discussion

Posted: 9/4/2008 1:53:02 PM EDT

I lost a very trusted friend

my benchmade folder

of course, they dont make it anymore

and I need to have an EDC knife---like yesterday

I am partial to benchmade, but I am open to suggestion

so....lets hear 'em

Posted: 9/4/2008 1:53:48 PM EDT

[#1]

I thought for sure this was going to be a political thread.

Posted: 9/4/2008 1:54:05 PM EDT

[#2]

Might help if you told everyone exactly what kind of Benchmade you are trying to replace. Picture especially is helpful

Posted: 9/4/2008 1:56:25 PM EDT

[#3]

Quoted:
Might help if you told everyone exactly what kind of Benchmade you are trying to replace. Picture especially is helpful

uh..not to be a smarta$$ but if I had the knife to post a picture, this thread would not exist

Posted: 9/4/2008 1:57:30 PM EDT

[#4]

benchmade 710 works for me

Posted: 9/4/2008 1:58:34 PM EDT

[#5]

I thought it would be a 'returning of the pie' story.

Posted: 9/4/2008 1:58:41 PM EDT

[#6]

Ritter Grip.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:00:44 PM EDT

[#7]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Might help if you told everyone exactly what kind of Benchmade you are trying to replace. Picture especially is helpful

uh..not to be a smarta$$ but if I had the knife to post a picture, this thread would not exist

So it was a one of a kind blade with no stock pictures on the net? And now you want people to suggest random knives that you may or may not find to be a suitable replacement for this mystery knife of yours?

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:01:45 PM EDT

[#8]

I like the griptilian myself. Very reasonably priced EDC.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:04:24 PM EDT

[#9]

I don't believe I could go on with out my bench made it's not made any more either supposedly because of a Spyderco law suit. Try egay for a replacement. I've seen a few there in the past.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:06:11 PM EDT

[#10]

It doesn't get much better than benchmade. I have a couple well worn examples I love. My favorite is the 9100 sbk auto stryker. The new BENCHMADE 5000 MEL PARDUE AUTO AXIS is a nice piece of kit to.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:06:26 PM EDT

[#11]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Might help if you told everyone exactly what kind of Benchmade you are trying to replace. Picture especially is helpful

uh..not to be a smarta$$ but if I had the knife to post a picture, this thread would not exist

So it was a one of a kind blade with no stock pictures on the net? And now you want people to suggest random knives that you may or may not find to be a suitable replacement for this mystery knife of yours?

pre-production model that my father (a metalurgist) gave me--no model number that I can recall or pics I can find. appox 3.5" blade folder

just looking for suggestions

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:16:02 PM EDT

[#12]

Just want to add that I am a civilian and cannot buy auto knives

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:18:54 PM EDT

[#13]

Quoted:
Just want to add that I am a civilian and cannot buy auto knives

Depends on your state, in most civilians can most certainly buy and own them.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:19:12 PM EDT

[#14]

need more information to know if this was a good shoot.

how's your dog?

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:21:21 PM EDT

[#15]

Emerson CQC-7

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:23:36 PM EDT

[#16]

man i thought this thread was going to be about Diablo III

i was let down..

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:24:33 PM EDT

[#17]

+1 on the Ritter Griptilian in S30V.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:24:37 PM EDT

[#18]

I have 3 AFCK's with the verboten Spidey-hole.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:26:55 PM EDT

[#19]

I really love my Mini-Presidio.

It has been my every day companion for over a year now. Still works like it is new.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:27:27 PM EDT

[#20]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Just want to add that I am a civilian and cannot buy auto knives

Depends on your state, in most civilians can most certainly buy and own them.

He can own an auto in Ohio, but more than likely, his job doesn't entitle him to carry one. (Certain civilian jobs allow for carrying of auto knives)

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:30:06 PM EDT

[#21]

Quoted:

Quoted:
Just want to add that I am a civilian and cannot buy auto knives

Depends on your state, in most civilians can most certainly buy and own them.

He can own an auto in Ohio, but more than likely, his job doesn't entitle him to carry one. (Certain civilian jobs allow for carrying of auto knives)

Illegal in PA. There's so many decent autos out there that I'd like to own, but alas. I can carry a gun just about anywhere, but not an automatic knife. Figures.

Anyway, I've been around the block with knives. Carried everything from Chris Reeve Sebenzas to Kershaw Speedsafes, Emersons, a couple of Benchmades (have a mini-Grip in D2 that's pretty decent) to plain old SAKs (Swiss Army Knife), a few customs, and some fixed blades (still carry an Ed Chavar "fang", wicked little thing).
I'm carrying Spydercos now. Love the VG-10 steel (even over S30V, though I'm itching to play with ZDP 189). Lighter than a popcorn fart. Affordable. The GLOCK of knives.

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:35:02 PM EDT

[#22]

I would feel the same way about my Spyderco Delica, it is about that old.

Of course I would just replace it and the feeling would go away...

Posted: 9/4/2008 2:35:39 PM EDT

[#23]

Ken Onion Leek with G10 handle and stainless blade. Very fast opener.

Posted: 9/4/2008 3:14:49 PM EDT

[#24]

Spyderco Paramil in FG or Benchmade 530. Satin finish with no serrations.

Posted: 9/5/2008 2:34:30 AM EDT

[#25]

I appreciate all the replies

going to go buy one today--found a store nearby with a selection of both benchmade and spyderco.

I will take the suggestions and go fondle and find what fits

thanks again

Posted: 9/5/2008 2:40:39 AM EDT

[#26]

Quoted:
benchmade 710 works for me

Yep, same here.

Posted: 9/5/2008 2:47:13 AM EDT

[#27]

Quoted:
Ken Onion Leek with G10 handle and stainless blade. Very fast opener.

this. my EDC for 3 years, but in stainless.

Posted: 9/5/2008 7:49:01 AM EDT

[#28]

benchmade 950 rift osbourne ended being the choice

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