Bully 749 Posted August 24, 2016 I recently sold most of my inexpensive folding knives and a really nice fixed blade that I was never going to use. I'm now in the market for a new pocket knife/folder. I'm coming off a Kershaw "Blur" that I really liked a lot. Great little knife. I've come to realize, though, that I don't want an assisted opening knife. I much prefer a well done flipper. I'm looking for something that will fill a lot of roles relatively well. I much prefer a more classic or elegant handle design over something "tactical". Weight isn't realistically an issue, however I'd prefer it not be a boat anchor. It absolutely must have a pocket clip. It will, 99% of the time ride in my pocket. However I do hike and will be hunting this year so something that can go that route on occasion would be wonderful. Drop point (modified versions as well) over most others. Not a Karambit fan. Handle and blade materiel are of relatively little consequence. 52-100 would be awesome however it's fairly hard to find in anything other than the Spyderco Military series which may be a bit big. So I'm open on steel. G-10 is nice but really not necessary. Decent grip would be great. USA made is a HUGE plus. Budget is set at $150. As much as I'd like a Chavez 228 it's just not gonna happen. I love pictures if you have one of what you recommend. Thanks in advance. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted August 24, 2016 What about a small fixed blade? I got away from folders a few years ago and love my fixed blade. I have a bark river north star as my EDC. I pocket carry it (I work in a school) in an aftermarket pocket Sheth and it's not uncomfortable at all. I dident want a tactical knife either so I went with the water buffalo handel and I still love it after carrying it EDC for the past 4 years. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted August 24, 2016 https://www.knivesshipfree.com/bark-river-knives-northstar-edc-cpm-3v-black-canvas-micarta/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted August 24, 2016 I'm a folder fan for just banging around. Fixies are for more serious work. I have a couple that would carry but just much prefer a folder. That's a beautiful piece tho. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted August 24, 2016 I'm a folder fan for just banging around. Fixies are for more serious work. I have a couple that would carry but just much prefer a folder. That's a beautiful piece tho. I hear you. That's how I felt right up untill I cut a large portion of the side of one of my fingers almost off after the lock failed on my lone wolf folder. I do use my knives really hard so I figured a fixed blade would be a better choice for me. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Budasac 13 Posted August 25, 2016 I've been carrying a Benchmade Griptilian for the last year or so. It's not real fancy or anything but it's a great knife. Not assisted open, but smooth enough to open with a flick of the wrist. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blksheep 466 Posted August 25, 2016 Benchmade Griptilian, 580 or Emerson A100, my favorite. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old Glock guy 1,125 Posted August 25, 2016 How about a ZT 0350? I've been carrying one for a couple of years. Seems pretty sturdy, and it's made in the USA. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted August 25, 2016 How about a ZT 0350? I've been carrying one for a couple of years. Seems pretty sturdy, and it's made in the USA. Nice knife but a bit tacti-cool. It is in the running. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexTheSane 236 Posted August 25, 2016 This is a sexy looking knife. http://www.knifecenter.com/item/BM746/Benchmade-746-Mini-Onslaught-Bob-Lum-Folding-Knife-Satin-Plain-Blade-G10-Handles A nice mix of tactical and gentleman's knife. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted August 28, 2016 Griptilian made the cut (see what I did there...?) Hoping to have it in hand by wednesday/thursday. Short review to follow. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted September 1, 2016 Knife showed up. It's not what I thought it would be as far as the blade steel but I'm actually a bit relieved. The seller stated that it was M390 steel. It's not. An honest oversight on his part. It's the CPM-20CV steel. Apparently pretty great stuff. The reason I'm relieved is that if it was the former steel I wouldn't have used the knife and would have been stuck trying to sell it as it would have been a very rare bird. With the latter steel it went straight to my pocket and will ride there for a long time. Pics to follow. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Old School 611 Posted September 1, 2016 https://www.knivesshipfree.com/bark-river-knives-northstar-edc-cpm-3v-black-canvas-micarta/ And you carry that in your pocket?????????? I went just the opposite of you. I used to carry a sheath knife now carry an assisted opening folder that has a lock. I need a one handed knife. Chris - I've just resolved myself to go through a $50 consumable about every year and a half. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted September 1, 2016 Chris - I've just resolved myself to go through a $50 consumable about every year and a half. I wanted something... nice. I picked up a $30 CRKT to go with it as well. Something small and easy. The Grip pockets well. Better than I thought. The Axis lock seems VERY strong and opens easily. I had it sharpened by the seller and it's scary. Mirror polish edge that feels like it'll slice me every time I play with it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fishnut 2,358 Posted September 1, 2016 And you carry that in your pocket?????????? I went just the opposite of you. I used to carry a sheath knife now carry an assisted opening folder that has a lock. I need a one handed knife. Chris - I've just resolved myself to go through a $50 consumable about every year and a half. yeah it fits in my very comfortably Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buckshot195 8 Posted September 2, 2016 My EDC is a Spyderco Para Military 2.I Dress knives is a Spyderco Caly 3.5 carbon fiber. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AlexTheSane 236 Posted September 4, 2016 Did you ever narrow it down to one choice? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted September 4, 2016 Did you ever narrow it down to one choice? Yup. I got the Griptilian. It's awesome. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites