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Posted: 4/2/2007 7:20:26 PM EDT
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Can you guys/girls recomend a good everyday carry knife (folder)? I've looked at everything from Sogs to Emersons and can honestly say the more I research the more I get confused. I'm not against spending the money for an emerson but if another knife for 1/2 the money would sufice than so be it. It's not going to take any foreseen abuse but at the same time I want it to work when it really needs to. Thanks, |
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One of the lighter weight CRKT M16/M21s would be a good choice. Very durable for the money. If you're set on a SOG or Emerson, they have good choices. I'd look for a 3"-3.5" blade with a lighter-weight case/handle. ETA: Look at the Benchmade Red line, Cold Steel and Spyderco. ETA2: Do you have a preference on blade style? Spear point, tanto, plain edge, partial serration, etc.? ETA3: There's some excellent tacked threads at the top of this forum discussing some of this stuff. Check it out; it might make your search a little easier. |
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For price and quality you simply cannot beat the Spyderco Delica/Endura Both can be had for 45$ish online if not cheaper, premium steel and tough as nails + awesome customer service. If you want to spend more I can't recommend the Benchmade 710 enough, its what I EDC. For the money though you can't beat the Spyderco's above. Also consider the Spyderco Native in S30V. Can be had at most china marts for 39.99$. One of the few things in the store that are made in the USA! If you want to go even cheaper, I hear wonderful things about the Spyderco Byrd line. As in they are as good as knives costing 4-5 times what they do. |
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Forget the liner locks if you want a strong knife. I would consider benchmades axis locks the strongest and most user friendly on the market. The 710 is a good place to start, the 610 if you want a short sword, or the griptillian line is good also. Look here........ www.benchmade.com/products/product_detail.aspx?model=710 Buy here and here www.gpknives.com/catalog/default.php newgraham.com/SearchResult.aspx?CategoryID=60 |
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+1 on the CRKT M16 knives - solid, cheap and good for everyday carry. If it's confiscated or lost, it won't make you weep. When I carry a knife for self defense, I get a trainer (if offered) or make my own. To make my own, I buy a 2nd copy, grind down the blade with a bench grinder, paint it a "safe" color and viola! you've got a trainer you can realistically practice with and not kill people  |
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Plenty of good device. There's really a lot to choose from. For makers, I would really focus in on: Benchmade Spyderco Emerson CRK&T Microtech (a little on the high end) There's a few others out there that will work, just not as popular, plus I would avoid most with liner locks unless it's from some of the reputable companies above or a higher end semi-custom and custom maker. Size is a big factor most folders with 3.5" to 4" are too big for some, but there's plenty to choose from. As mentioned, the Spyderco Native is a great sized folder. Personally, I would avoid serrations...they're okay on a second knife dedicated to tougher cutting chores or strictly self-defense (such as Spyderco's fully serrated blades). But they're not somthing I'd like for the majority of everday chores. Do you want something presentable? If so, then you're looking for colored micarta scales, aluminum scales, etc. Not sure if that's a need, but some don't like to whip out a "tactical-looking" folder to open letters in the office. I'm using a couple of Emersons (CQC-8 and CQC-12) over here in Iraq. I also carry a second folder, a fully-serrated Spyderco Military for heavy cutting chores as well. When I'm back home, I typically carry a BM Griptilian, Spyderco Manix, BM 710 or AFCK when running around town or working around the house. When hiking, I love Doug Ritter's RSK-1...it's basically my budget Sebenza when camping and hiking. For locks, I already mentioned staying with such companies as BM, Spyderco or Emerson, but I would probably look a good lockback (most of Spyderco's) or the axis lock (such as Benchmade's). Hope that helps, ROCK6 |
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I am glad to hear that others share my concerns about liner locks. I have been collecting, using and carrying "tactical" folders for about 15 years. Over the years I have had several liner locks fail( 1 benchmade AFCK, 1 Benchmade that i forget the model name of, 1 CRKT M16-03). The Manufactures replaced them no questions asked. I have many liner locks that work fine and I continue to purchase liner lock knives but I do not fully trust them. I will take an axis or lock back over a liner any day. for what its worth here are a few of the knives that I like to carry. Cold Steel 4" voyager Cold Steel XL voyager Benchmade Mini-reflex Kershaw Ken Onion assisted opener Kershaw 1670BLK assisted opener |
) Mine had a Tanto blade. Easy to open & it locks open with 2 locks!
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