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Posted: 9/21/2021 9:58:46 AM EDT
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OTF, folder? Dual/double action, single action?
Automatics possess delicate mechanisms, even though some models can hold up to rough use. Get a framelock folder or fixed blade if you’re truly looking to abuse it. That way you can take mechanical failure out of the equation. If I had no choice other than an auto, sure I’d use my MT Halo V, but I would rather use a fixed blade for actual abuse. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 9:59:30 AM EDT
[#2]
Protech for side opening, microtech for otf.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 10:00:34 AM EDT
[#3]
MKT 187 if you want Beef.
 No, it’s not a switchblade - they’re overrated. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 10:09:50 AM EDT
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I have the smaller Gerber Applegate/Fairborn that is stout.
You need to hold it well when you push the button. Seven years old and no complaints. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 10:23:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have an Benchmade AFO II that is big, heavy and seems to be very well made. It's almost too big and I don't carry it very often. I have been carrying a Boker Kalashnikov for about 4 years. It still opens very fast and locks up tight. Just wish the blade was better steel. I have the same knife, and it's a beast. I'd go find a used AFO II before I bought anything* available in today's market, just because I know it'll take years and years of hard use (don't remember exactly when mine was issued, but it has to be closing on the 20 year mark). *not a knife connoisseur, I just carry what works. In a manual folder..got my Buck 110 when I was 15...it's 45 year's old  |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 10:28:45 AM EDT
[#6]
What does OP mean by "beefy"?
If I was going to beat on one it would probably be the Buck 110 auto |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 10:34:17 AM EDT
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I've got a Gerber Auto 06 & it's seems pretty solid. Price is around $170. And I believe these were Military issue.
https://www.gerbergear.com/en-us/shop/knives/all-knives/06-auto-tanto-serrated-30-000850  |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 10:37:04 AM EDT
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Posted: 9/21/2021 10:43:21 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryThese have always been solid knives and have a great reputation. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 10:52:03 AM EDT
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Boker XXL Kalashnikov Bowie Automatic Knife (4.75" Stonewash D2)
Best beefy bang for the buck. $60. Note: D2 steel 5" blade. 6" closed. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:04:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: These are the BEEFIEST around..had one and it was a TANK @gqllc - "had one.." What happened, did you sell it or lose it or gift it...? |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:07:37 AM EDT
[#12]
Gerber 06 auto.I have 2.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:08:10 AM EDT
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Growing up this was the knife everyone wanted, but not that strong
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:18:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Microtech. Pretty much everything else is a compromise. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:21:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Gerber 06 auto is pretty stout. Came to say this. Been carrying mine for over a decade. S30V sucks to sharpen. May hit it with the grinder at work. Just hit the mechanism with some oil when ever it gets sluggish. Glass breaker works great as a hammer too. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:25:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Came to say this. Been carrying mine for over a decade. S30V sucks to sharpen. May hit it with the grinder at work. Just hit the mechanism with some oil when ever it gets sluggish. Glass breaker works great as a hammer too. Troll post I hope. None of this correct. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:32:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: @gqllc - "had one.." What happened, did you sell it or lose it or gift it...? I had it when I lived in Florida. Ended up selling it for an excellent price...sometimes they are hard to find! |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:34:51 AM EDT
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The Spyderco Autonomy 2 is one of the nicest, if not beefiest, out the side automatics you can buy. In lockup this is essentially a fixed blade knife. It also fires like a damn rocket, much harder and faster than other brands. Spyderco also sells a $15 DIY parts kit so you never have to send it in for service.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 11:57:57 AM EDT
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The DFK Sandshark is what you seek.
It's out of production and goes for Big $$, but it can punch through a 55 Gallon steel drum. Very Beefy indeed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEbKF-4yYao |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 12:20:16 PM EDT
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I don't know how beefy it is, but I have my eyes on the Pro-Tech Godson(Tuxedo). I find it quite sexy.
Godson Tuxedo |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 12:24:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Growing up this was the knife everyone wanted, but not that strong https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1746/108086/55438791_1_x.jpg?version=1503100385&width=1600&format=pjpg&auto=webp I still want one like that, does anyone make a solid one today? Growing up they were all junky flea market specials. Sharks for life, fuck the Jets. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 12:27:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Troll post I hope. None of this correct. not trolling at all. maybe i'm just bad at sharpening knives. gets some lint/dirt built up and sometimes slows down opening. Add a drop of whatever oil is nearby, good as new. and I beat on crap with the glass breaker all the time. knife is well worth the $100 it cost me 10 years ago. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 12:31:54 PM EDT
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For a folder you can't beat the Kershaw Launch 1 for a ~$100 knife. It is sturdy and holds a good edge.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 12:36:23 PM EDT
[#25]
Microtech has been excellent.... multiple torture views on youtube
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Posted: 9/21/2021 12:41:14 PM EDT
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I've had everything from Juarez street bought ditch knives to Microtechs. Here's reality: Switchblades are a novelty. End of story. You're looking for a toy so you can knifesturbate on your couch while you watch the devil's eyeball? Or a tidy little gent's knife? Go for it. They're neat, they're fun, and they're good for that. But if you're looking for something for serious business or that you can bet your ass on, switchblades are an absolute no go. Mechanical complications introduce failure points. I've had springs break in both side openers and OTFs. I've had locks fail. I've had failures to open from things as minor as a bit of pocket lint. I've had malfunctions on clean, well maintained knives for no visually discernible reason at all. So if you're interested in a novelty or fantasy or the cool factor, go for it. But for serious work? Fuck nope. Go with a fixie.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 1:01:50 PM EDT
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Quoted: Severtech Quoted: These are the BEEFIEST around..had one and it was a TANK This is the correct answer. 
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Posted: 9/21/2021 4:26:58 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've had everything from Juarez street bought ditch knives to Microtechs. Here's reality: Switchblades are a novelty. End of story. You're looking for a toy so you can knifesturbate on your couch while you watch the devil's eyeball? Or a tidy little gent's knife? Go for it. They're neat, they're fun, and they're good for that. But if you're looking for something for serious business or that you can bet your ass on, switchblades are an absolute no go. Mechanical complications introduce failure points. I've had springs break in both side openers and OTFs. I've had locks fail. I've had failures to open from things as minor as a bit of pocket lint. I've had malfunctions on clean, well maintained knives for no visually discernible reason at all. So if you're interested in a novelty or fantasy or the cool factor, go for it. But for serious work? Fuck nope. Go with a fixie. After daily carrying automatic knives for 7 years (ever since they became legal here) I would have to strongly disagree with that statement. Sure, a fixed blade knife is going to be more reliable and probably stronger than any folder but to say an auto is a novelty is just wrong. End of story. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 4:37:52 PM EDT
[#29]
my Kalashnikov is holding up damned well, surprisingly well.
Been my EDC for about 3 years now |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 4:38:56 PM EDT
[#30]
My gerber 06 is a tank.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 4:41:40 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryQuoted: After daily carrying automatic knives for 7 years (ever since they became legal here) I would have to strongly disagree with that statement. Sure, a fixed blade knife is going to be more reliable and probably stronger than any folder but to say an auto is a novelty is just wrong. End of story. Agreed. End of story, period. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 4:52:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have an Benchmade AFO II that is big, heavy and seems to be very well made. It's almost too big and I don't carry it very often. I have been carrying a Boker Kalashnikov for about 4 years. It still opens very fast and locks up tight. Just wish the blade was better steel. I've used mine as a hammer |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:04:05 PM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I've use mine as a hammer Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I have an Benchmade AFO II that is big, heavy and seems to be very well made. It's almost too big and I don't carry it very often. I have been carrying a Boker Kalashnikov for about 4 years. It still opens very fast and locks up tight. Just wish the blade was better steel. I've use mine as a hammer Have the original AFO I carried on duty for over 20 years. I have abused that knife but it held up fine. The advantage of an auto knife is not in the opening, but the closing. Push the button and close the knife on your leg, especially if your other hand is engaged in something. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:06:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Severtech Severtechs are the beefiest of all beefy. A2 tool steel blades. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:08:14 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've had everything from Juarez street bought ditch knives to Microtechs. Here's reality: Switchblades are a novelty. End of story. You're looking for a toy so you can knifesturbate on your couch while you watch the devil's eyeball? Or a tidy little gent's knife? Go for it. They're neat, they're fun, and they're good for that. But if you're looking for something for serious business or that you can bet your ass on, switchblades are an absolute no go. Mechanical complications introduce failure points. I've had springs break in both side openers and OTFs. I've had locks fail. I've had failures to open from things as minor as a bit of pocket lint. I've had malfunctions on clean, well maintained knives for no visually discernible reason at all. So if you're interested in a novelty or fantasy or the cool factor, go for it. But for serious work? Fuck nope. Go with a fixie. That's all the reason I need. 
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:08:54 PM EDT
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I just had an Arby's sandwich - the big one. Pretty damn tasty
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:10:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: These have always been solid knives and have a great reputation. Quote HistoryQuoted: These have always been solid knives and have a great reputation. Good luck finding one of those...... |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:14:46 PM EDT
[#38]
I saw one in a gun shop recently I think Charlie still makes em…..??
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:23:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've had everything from Juarez street bought ditch knives to Microtechs. Here's reality: Switchblades are a novelty. End of story. You're looking for a toy so you can knifesturbate on your couch while you watch the devil's eyeball? Or a tidy little gent's knife? Go for it. They're neat, they're fun, and they're good for that. But if you're looking for something for serious business or that you can bet your ass on, switchblades are an absolute no go. Mechanical complications introduce failure points. I've had springs break in both side openers and OTFs. I've had locks fail. I've had failures to open from things as minor as a bit of pocket lint. I've had malfunctions on clean, well maintained knives for no visually discernible reason at all. So if you're interested in a novelty or fantasy or the cool factor, go for it. But for serious work? Fuck nope. Go with a fixie.  |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:31:53 PM EDT
[#40]
Thanks guys, I have some looking to do now.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:44:19 PM EDT
[#41]
Another recommendation- the Boker Kihon is a solid knife with an extremely useful blade shape. I have probably 75 autos and the Kihon is my daily carry. They are extremely robust and cheap; if I lose one, I’ll buy two more. The blade is essentially a Burnley Kwaiken design.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:47:17 PM EDT
[#42]
Gerber 06 was the beefiest auto I've owned, you could make a spear out of that thing and kill bigfoot with it
Lost it, really bummed about that. Have an older benchmade (FBM) that I carry around now, think it is a presidio, but can't remember as it's not with me at the moment (travelling by air and tired of TSA stealing my shit ). I got it on deployment a number of years ago. Also had an infidel, which is by far the weakest blade I've ever owned. I swear that thing would have broken opening a pudding pop package |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 5:56:15 PM EDT
[#43]
I carry a Kershaw Launch 1 side open auto. It has some recoil when you push the button. You have to have a good hold on it. It is a good heavy knife that I really like.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 6:12:31 PM EDT
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Posted: 9/21/2021 6:22:56 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Growing up this was the knife everyone wanted, but not that strong https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/1746/108086/55438791_1_x.jpg?version=1503100385&width=1600&format=pjpg&auto=webp |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 6:24:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've had everything from Juarez street bought ditch knives to Microtechs. Here's reality: Switchblades are a novelty. End of story. You're looking for a toy so you can knifesturbate on your couch while you watch the devil's eyeball? Or a tidy little gent's knife? Go for it. They're neat, they're fun, and they're good for that. But if you're looking for something for serious business or that you can bet your ass on, switchblades are an absolute no go. Mechanical complications introduce failure points. I've had springs break in both side openers and OTFs. I've had locks fail. I've had failures to open from things as minor as a bit of pocket lint. I've had malfunctions on clean, well maintained knives for no visually discernible reason at all. So if you're interested in a novelty or fantasy or the cool factor, go for it. But for serious work? Fuck nope. Go with a fixie. I was issued a benchmade Stryker auto, the safety broke, then It got stolen. Never had any problems other than that. Had it about 7 years. Bought a protech/Emerson cqc-7 auto, had it about five years, and I’ve never had a single problem with it… except for the safety not working. I’ve popped open beer bottles and opened cans, ammo crates etc with both of those knives. My experience does not mirror yours, but safety’s on push button auto side-folders are stupid. |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 6:42:03 PM EDT
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Microtech Combat Troodon is sturdy as can be. Even the Ultratechs are solid.
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Posted: 9/21/2021 7:10:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Mikov is big, heavy, very simple mechanism https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/251976/PXL_20210601_195139788_jpg-2099139.JPG The handle broke in half on mine Avoid. For a tough switchblade... Get a converted BUCK lock back |
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Posted: 9/21/2021 8:02:49 PM EDT
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I’ve got two of the Spyderco Coast Guard knives. They open out the side with authority.
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