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Posted: 9/12/2020 9:00:47 AM EDT
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https://www.amazon.com/Limited-Ontario-Knife-Company-Folding/dp/B081L2MDSM/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=ontario+rat+1&qid=1599915463&sr=8-2
Ontario RAT 1 is a hell of a knife for 27 dollars. I've had, and have, expensive folders. They may hold an edge a little longer than this AUS8 steel. But this one is plenty good enough and I don't care if I abuse or lose it. After all, it's a tool. Not a fashion statement or status symbol. |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 9:05:23 AM EDT
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Bite the bullet and up your price $20 so you can get Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight. If you really need it something other than black, wait a little bit and put in another $20 and you can get one in an orange handle with excellent steel.
https://www.dlttrading.com/spyderco-para-3-lightweight https://www.bladehq.com/item--Spyderco-Para-3-Lightweight--106188 |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 9:14:01 AM EDT
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Kershaw blur, you can find them blemished for $40. I can't remember the site though, I an sure someone here does
ETA : doesnt have the colors you are looking for currently but here you go https://kershawguy.com/products-page/blems-factory-seconds/blur-olive-drab-1670olblk-blem/ |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 9:41:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Nice but it’s made in Japan. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/392276/B53EC752-703C-4565-A2B5-B0DB850550C1_jpe-1588349.JPG These are what I carry. Love spiderco |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 9:43:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Minus the bright color requirement I like the Kershaw launch series of auto’s for a budget daily utility knife. 99% of the time I grab the launch one. Same here. Kershawguy has the launch 1 in bronze (kind of burnt orange) for $95. It's above your price range but this is arfcom and your wallet dragged you here to spend money, right? |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 9:51:03 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: https://www.amazon.com/Limited-Ontario-Knife-Company-Folding/dp/B081L2MDSM/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=ontario+rat+1&qid=1599915463&sr=8-2 Ontario RAT 1 is a hell of a knife for 27 dollars. I've had, and have, expensive folders. They may hold an edge a little longer than this AUS8 steel. But this one is plenty good enough and I don't care if I abuse or lose it. After all, it's a tool. Not a fashion statement or status symbol. D2 is way better at holding an edge, a lot harder to sharpen (aus8 gets dull if you think about using it and gets sharp when you threaten it with a stone). |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 9:51:40 AM EDT
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Whichever USA made Kershaw you like the looks of. I like the Leeks, they are great little utility knives. Link, Dividend, and Skyline are all at or near your budget.
https://kershaw.kaiusa.com/usa-made.html?p=1 |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 10:05:03 AM EDT
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So far this thread is a random list of knives at different price points and quality levels. If you get S30V blade steel you will be much happier vs anything from Kershaw or CRKT. In Spyderco the VG10 doesn't hold an edge near as well so skip those cheaper made in japan models. Benchmade gets insulted here because of some dumb moves by the founders son, but if you are willing to buy from Amazon how can you be angry at Benchmade? Benchmade showed a lapse in judgement, they aren't actively working against your rights as Amazon does.
Benchmade Griptilian or Bugout are budget friendly and good options. plus several other models I really like but those will be getting out of your comfort zone on price. Spyderco has a terrible service dept where BM is great. ZT designs are out of touch and there are too many stories of crappy heat treat, plus out of your price zone. |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 2:18:17 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: So far this thread is a random list of knives at different price points and quality levels. If you get S30V blade steel you will be much happier vs anything from Kershaw or CRKT. In Spyderco the VG10 doesn't hold an edge near as well so skip those cheaper made in japan models. Benchmade gets insulted here because of some dumb moves by the founders son, but if you are willing to buy from Amazon how can you be angry at Benchmade? Benchmade showed a lapse in judgement, they aren't actively working against your rights as Amazon does. Benchmade Griptilian or Bugout are budget friendly and good options. plus several other models I really like but those will be getting out of your comfort zone on price. Spyderco has a terrible service dept where BM is great. ZT designs are out of touch and there are too many stories of crappy heat treat, plus out of your price zone. Well it is GD. It's a given that over half of the suggestions will be over budget and/or not conform to OP's clearly stated criteria. And fuck Bitchmade. After the gun cutting fiasco, Les released a big old fuck you video. And they've personally donated tens of thousands of dollars to gun grabber politicians in multiple states. S30V is not the great steel it once was with modern developments. The M390/20CV/204P family is better all around, and simpler steels are easier to sharpen, and it's about the chippiest steel out there in semi-mainstream use. |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 2:37:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Kershaw Cinder for your keychain [color=#0000ff] Kershaw Blur [/color]Little extra but Still in your range and a nice knife. |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 2:51:42 PM EDT
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How about one of the liner lock Bucks like the Vanguard? I think some of the variations have different names? I'm not sure if there's any bright handles.
Edit, VANTAGE not Vanguard |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 2:58:42 PM EDT
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Hard to argue with the Delica. In a variety of steels and colors.
 Salt Delica Open by FredMan, on Flickr
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Posted: 9/12/2020 4:19:00 PM EDT
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Here you go.
If you don't pick these, you are wrong. https://www.houseofblades.com/kershaw-hob-exclusive-dividend-1812rdswhob-red-sto.html https://www.knifecenter.com/item/KS1812BLK/kershaw-1812blk-dividend-assisted-flipper-knife-m390-stonewashed-plain-blade-black-aluminum-handles Trust me, I am a Transaged Pangender reverse lesbian. That means I cannot be defeated in debate in 2020. |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 4:27:42 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Here you go. If you don't pick these, you are wrong. https://www.houseofblades.com/kershaw-hob-exclusive-dividend-1812rdswhob-red-sto.html https://www.knifecenter.com/item/KS1812BLK/kershaw-1812blk-dividend-assisted-flipper-knife-m390-stonewashed-plain-blade-black-aluminum-handles Trust me, I am a Transaged Pangender reverse lesbian. That means I cannot be defeated in debate in 2020. Ooh, that's a great one! OP, I'd go with this. |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 4:32:32 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Good knife but japan isn't in the US So buy a sharpmaker with it and you have a great sharpener, and knife.  |
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Posted: 9/12/2020 11:59:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have a Spyderco Pacific Salt. Bright yellow handle. More slashy than stabby. I have a yellow Spyderco Native in that type of steel. That steel will not rust. The guys at BladeHQ did torture tests where they left them in a salt water lake for a week, stuff like that. If you sweat a lot, or live in humid enviros, or work on a freakin’ fishing boat. Spyderco has a winner with these steels (I think it’s LC200 Steel or something). I understand buying American. I agree. But Japan is famous for knives and knife steel. Samari swords? It’s not China crap. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:09:50 AM EDT
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Kershaw Shallot. Slightly larger than the Leek with more handle to grip. Decent heft without weighing a ton. I've carried mine for about a dozen years now.
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:14:41 AM EDT
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Quoted: I've been known to loose and break stuff so I don't want anything extremely expensive. My requirements: US made Less then $80 Bright color preferred like orange or yellow Pocket friendly with about a 3' blade I started looking and this looks good but I'd like more traction on the grip. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/392276/1D401C4B-D474-4402-ACF6-68680BFF911B_jpe-1588298.JPG What would you guys recommend? I carry one of these almost everyday. Bought my kiddos one as well. They are adequate and for the price if you lose it then it's relatively inexpensive to replace. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:21:00 AM EDT
[#19]
Spyderco Para 3 in a super metal. You can get one for under $100 on EE periodically.
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:22:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: spyderco paramilitary 3. classicfirearms had the frn (my preference) on sale for 80. Spyderco doesn't make a Paramilitary 3. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:27:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Spyderco doesn't make a Paramilitary 3. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: spyderco paramilitary 3. classicfirearms had the frn (my preference) on sale for 80. Spyderco doesn't make a Paramilitary 3. https://www.knifecenter.com/item/SP223GP/spyderco-c223gp-para-3-folding-knife-s30v-satin-plain-blade-black-g10-handles-paramilitary-3 |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:31:51 AM EDT
[#22]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Spyderco doesn't make a Paramilitary 3. Yes, they do. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:35:41 AM EDT
[#23]
Kershaw with the wave is sweet!
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:44:30 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: There's not much that fits your requirements OP other than US made Kershaws. The Link, Knockout, Bareknuckle are all decent. The Launch Autos are good as well. I just got a BareKnuckle and the detent and frame lock are super stiff, how long for it to break in and smooth out. I want to like it but the juries out for now. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:46:27 AM EDT
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Quoted: https://www.knifecenter.com/item/SP223GP/spyderco-c223gp-para-3-folding-knife-s30v-satin-plain-blade-black-g10-handles-paramilitary-3 Quoted: Yes, they do. Wrong. Link me to the Paramilitary 3 model on Spyderco's web site. I'll wait. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:51:21 AM EDT
[#26]
Thanks for your help gents, I just ordered this:
 Attached FileIf I can sell another cord of firewood I’ll get the Spyderco Delica (in yellow) also. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 12:56:52 AM EDT
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The Delica is nice but the VG-10 steel dulls much faster than on a PARA 3 with S30V, K390 or S90V steel. Keep an eye on EE. They pop up frequently.
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Posted: 9/13/2020 1:01:01 AM EDT
[#28]
OTF > folder.
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Posted: 9/13/2020 1:04:53 AM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Wrong. Link me to the Paramilitary 3 model on Spyderco's web site. I'll wait. Jesus Christ, don't be a cunt. It's a Para 3, not a Paramilitary 3, everyone on earth knows what was meant. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 1:11:14 AM EDT
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Question: Why is the clip always oriented for hinge up carry when clipped into pocket edge or waist? My best carry is with a cheap knife (it has good steel) that clips with the hinge down so when I grab for it, it is hinge forward in my hand and my thumb placed to push the thumb pin to open the blade. Am I missing something here? School me some.
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Posted: 9/13/2020 1:14:03 AM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Jesus Christ, don't be a cunt. It's a Para 3, not a Paramilitary 3, everyone on earth knows what was meant. Settle down. Maybe you'll learn something along the way...  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 1:14:51 AM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Wrong. Link me to the Paramilitary 3 model on Spyderco's web site. I'll wait. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: https://www.knifecenter.com/item/SP223GP/spyderco-c223gp-para-3-folding-knife-s30v-satin-plain-blade-black-g10-handles-paramilitary-3 Quoted: Yes, they do. Wrong. Link me to the Paramilitary 3 model on Spyderco's web site. I'll wait. https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details/C223G/Para-3-G-10-Black/1009 |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 1:25:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details/C223G/Para-3-G-10-Black/1009 Where in the model name does it say Paramilitary 3?  Attached FileFor reference, here is a Para Military 2. Note that is says "Para Military":  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 1:29:22 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Settle down. Maybe you'll learn something along the way... https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/309598/58D98C62-08C5-44A0-A1C5-B17D64CBD195_jpe-1589675.JPG Someone this anal about nomenclature, when you very clearly understood the general meaning , could only come from someone stricken with ocd; an autist; or a troll. Sheesh. |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 1:33:10 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Someone this anal about nomenclature, when you very clearly understood the general meaning , could only come from someone stricken with ocd; an autist; or a troll. Sheesh. It's not just me. Spyderco themselves were adamant about the model name. I've seen videos of Sal explaining it in detail. Look at the bright side... Typing "para" takes less time than typing "para military".  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 2:00:02 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: It's also nearly double what OP wants to spend. OP - kershaw makes some great autos, too, if that's what you want, called the "launch" series. I carried one of those for a few years after the leek I had. Pushbutton action, very authoritative snap, good steel (CPM-154), and right at your target price. ETA: well they used to be right at your target price. Looks like $85-$100 now. Lol! So I had a few beers last night and missed the price point  But still, $18.00 is close enough!  Attached File |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 2:02:44 AM EDT
[#37]
Kershaw 1776
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Posted: 9/13/2020 2:06:23 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Kershaw 1776 In CPM20sv. For $80. https://kershawguy.com/products-page/featured-items/kershaw-20cv-links-1776olsw-in-stock/ |
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Posted: 9/13/2020 2:25:29 AM EDT
[#39]
Kershaw Blur for the win.
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Posted: 9/13/2020 5:28:19 AM EDT
[#40]
I like Cold Steel's SR1, but it's a bit more than what you're asking.
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Posted: 9/14/2020 3:01:31 PM EDT
[#41]
I just got my new edc stuff and I’m pretty pleased. It’s the same flashlight but the knife is different and also an upgrade. Hopefully the orange color will help prevent me from loosing it.
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Posted: 9/14/2020 4:15:16 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I just got my new edc stuff and I’m pretty pleased. It’s the same flashlight but the knife is different and also an upgrade. Hopefully the orange color will help prevent me from loosing it. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/392276/4B6D983D-D2BB-4262-9858-ACF4874DA99F_jpe-1591702.JPG Can I make a suggestion that may help you keep it longer. Take the clip off. |
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Posted: 9/14/2020 4:17:04 PM EDT
[#43]
I have ZTs and my favorite knife is still a Blem Kershaw Skyline with G10 scales. I think it was $30 or $40.
Not the hardest steel but that also makes it a pleasure to sharpen. I love it. |
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Posted: 9/15/2020 12:09:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Can I make a suggestion that may help you keep it longer. Take the clip off. Why is that? I never had a knife with a clip before. I’ll do whatever it takes to keep it a while. |
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Posted: 9/15/2020 1:25:39 AM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryQuoted: It's not just me. Spyderco themselves were adamant about the model name. I've seen videos of Sal explaining it in detail. Look at the bright side... Typing "para" takes less time than typing "para military". https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/309598/14EB6D92-4101-4FF7-B8F6-56437A5D8FDE_jpe-1589694.JPG How about the disassembly video for the P3LW in which Eric calls it a Paramilitary 3 (or maybe just PM3) at least once if not multiple times? I haven't watched it since before they were released but I'll try to find a link. I'd say, if Eric mixes it up sometimes, you can't really fault anyone else for doing so also. Edit: here, found it. He starts in with calling it that at about 2 seconds LOL.  Spyderco Para 3 Lightweight Breakdown with Eric Glesser |
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Posted: 9/15/2020 1:29:42 AM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Why is that? I never had a knife with a clip before. I’ll do whatever it takes to keep it a while. I've had the clips on knives snag on chairs (popped a small sebenza right out of my pocket - luckily someone handed it back to me), swings (broke the clip screw on a buck vantage), golf cart seat handles (lost a kershaw blur in elmax on that one - sucked), and all kinds of other things. I think even a doorway strike plate once. Edit: plus the leek is small enough you probably can pocket it loose easily enough. May want to actually use the blade lock if you do, though. |
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Posted: 9/15/2020 1:33:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've had the clips on knives snag on chairs (popped a small sebenza right out of my pocket - luckily someone handed it back to me), swings (broke the clip screw on a buck vantage), golf cart seat handles (lost a kershaw blur in elmax on that one - sucked), and all kinds of other things. I think even a doorway strike plate once. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Why is that? I never had a knife with a clip before. I’ll do whatever it takes to keep it a while. I've had the clips on knives snag on chairs (popped a small sebenza right out of my pocket - luckily someone handed it back to me), swings (broke the clip screw on a buck vantage), golf cart seat handles (lost a kershaw blur in elmax on that one - sucked), and all kinds of other things. I think even a doorway strike plate once. Door strike plates are my worst enemy with pocket knives, I've bent so many clips brushing up against those.
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Posted: 9/15/2020 1:37:50 AM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Door strike plates are my worst enemy with pocket knives, I've bent so many clips brushing up against those. Haha. We must be the same height. |
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Posted: 9/15/2020 1:45:17 AM EDT
[#49]
Quoted: I’ve been known to loose and break stuff so I don’t want anything extremely expensive. My requirements: US made Less then $80 Bright color preferred like orange or yellow Pocket friendly with about a 3’ blade I started looking and this looks good but I’d like more traction on the grip. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/392276/1D401C4B-D474-4402-ACF6-68680BFF911B_jpe-1588298.JPG What would you guys recommend? My mom just got me that knife in black and had a jeweler put my dad's thumb print on it a week ago. I like the knife, but then again, this will be my first EDC. She originally got me the stone washed handle with a composite blade, but it would not show the print very well. This one is pretty cool also. "Damascus steel" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004GENXPA/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_5?smid=A3MX7Z082YOVJJ&psc=1 |
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Posted: 9/15/2020 1:51:21 AM EDT
[#50]
Kabar Dozier folder. Had one in bright orange for a few years and lost it. Cut like crazy and sharpened up easy.
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