2 Best EDC knives going today...

Two basic ideas, a classic slip joint and a modern folder, best of both worlds. Of course the choice can be overwhelming, but base it on some criteria like how you are going to use them, what tasks if they are everyday simple cutting or tougher tasks, and maybe the environment you are in if it is humid or not, but basic care should take care of that. Lastly, pick a knife that has nice aesthetics, life is too short to carry an ugly tacti-cool thing-a-ma-jig. keep it fun.
 
craytab said:
What is your experience with ZT?
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I've got a ZT0770 which I love. A lot of people hate assisted opening knives, but I'm not one of those people. While I prefer manual opening knives, I like to have some assisted opening knives in my edc rotation. If I were so inclined, I could remove the spring, but I am not so inclined.
 
cbach8tw said:
Two basic ideas, a classic slip joint and a modern folder, best of both worlds. Of course the choice can be overwhelming, but base it on some criteria like how you are going to use them, what tasks if they are everyday simple cutting or tougher tasks, and maybe the environment you are in if it is humid or not, but basic care should take care of that. Lastly, pick a knife that has nice aesthetics, life is too short to carry an ugly tacti-cool thing-a-ma-jig. keep it fun.
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👍I generally follow this path, maybe picking two different blade purposes between the classic and modern.

These type of threads are fun, but the options are limitless. I once asked a photographer I know which camera is best and he said its the one you have. As in use what you have and enjoy the moment doing it.

Have a great weekend everyone.
 
What if the Bugout and PM2 both have way too much of a swooping belly to effectively carry out 99% of my daily cutting tasks? Are they still the two best options?
 
Knives&Lint said:
The 2 best EDC knives going today are the same 2 best going for decades, and the answer is so clear that I almost hesitate to post for fear of sounding cliché. The CRK of your choice and the SAK of your choice. One could Carry those EveryDay, for the rest of his days, be equipped with tools of the highest quality, and not have the need for much else.

As enthusiasts, however, we tend to go beyond need and just like having a variety of knives. In which case the Bugout and Para 3 are fine.
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I can get onboard with that.

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sailfish said:
What if the Bugout and PM2 both have way too much of a swooping belly to effectively carry out 99% of my daily cutting tasks? Are they still the two best options?
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"Swooping belly" on the Benchmade Bugout??? If you say so...

I never mentioned the PM2 - although it is legendary, so no need to defend that knife.

One man's steak is another man's burger, so whatever floats your boat. :)
 
Heffeb said:
"Swooping belly" on the Benchmade Bugout??? If you say so...

I never mentioned the PM2 - although it is legendary, so no need to defend that knife.

One man's steak is another man's burger, so whatever floats your boat. :)
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Alright, Para 3 not 2. But yes. Bugout has way too much belly for my use.
 
I have the Mini Bugout and several Mini Grips. The Mini Grip is just a bit more hand filling and the Mini Bugout is a lighter package. Both Knives have alum. grips. It's a toss-up I guess. I switch back and forth. All good.
 
Everyone knows that it is an irrefutable and well-accepted fact that the 2 greatest EDC knives ever made are the Benchmade Bugout and the Spyderco PM2 and the Benchmade Griptilian and the Chris Reeve Sebenza and the Benchmade 940 and the Spyderco Delica and the Hinderer XM-18 and the Benchmade 710 and the Zero Tolerance 0562 and the Spyderco Shaman and the Benchmade Mini Crooked River and the Buck 110 and the Zero Tolerance 0640 and the Benchmade Mini Presidio and the Chris Reeve Inkosi and the Spyderco Native and the Ontario Rat 2 and the Benchmade Valet and the Hinderer Eklipse and the Kershaw Blur and the Zero Tolerance 0350 and the Benchmade Anthem and the...
 
RBB2 said:
The Hogue Ritter (or mini) is, IMHO, the best EDC quality:value proposition for 99% of people.
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I personally agree with this. It is sooooooo much nicer than the grip in my opinion. I freaking love mine. I would (and have before) also argue the Deka is a much better knife than the bugout. Had a bug out and just didn't like it at all, bought the deka - love it.
cbach8tw said:
Two basic ideas, a classic slip joint and a modern folder, best of both worlds. Of course the choice can be overwhelming, but base it on some criteria like how you are going to use them, what tasks if they are everyday simple cutting or tougher tasks, and maybe the environment you are in if it is humid or not, but basic care should take care of that. Lastly, pick a knife that has nice aesthetics, life is too short to carry an ugly tacti-cool thing-a-ma-jig. keep it fun.
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Hell yeah dude!

My flavor of the year is CRK. Went from none to 8 in a few months. If I could only have one modern it would more than likely be a sebenza. 20221126_133529.jpg I freaking dig em'!
 
I cannot believe not a soul (unless I missed it) has mentioned Hinderer XM-18. Specifically the DLT exclusive 3.5" no choil skinny slicer. The new Tri-Way pivot system is so smooth. I had one of the OG XM-18s and its action was gritty and it refused to stay centered. Granted nothing I've ever handled matches my friend's Shirogorov, absolutely the most impressive knife that I have held.

The Paramilitary 2 is the greatest EDC IMO.
 
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