A traditional folder for big hands (and small budget).

el gigantor

el gigantor

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Okay gents, I might be asking the impossible here, but I'm on the hunt for the following:

-A traditional style folding knife for much larger than average hands
-Must be comfortable in the pocket
-Bone, horn, or something similar for handle material
-Around $50 USD price tag
-Good quality and reliability

I love every Great Eastern Cutlery knife I look at, but they're all a bit beyond what my wallet can afford, plus the models I've seen look like they'd be quite small in-hand. I like the Buck 110 but I want this piece to be a knife I can pass down to my kid. My grandfather gave me a two blade setup with stag grip when I was 12 years old, so I'm aiming for that kind of vibe. Something classy, functional, manly, etc.

Any input on brands/models to consider would be great.
 
For your budget, and not a "true traditional" perhaps, but for the money and big hands you might have a hard time doing better than a Cold Steel Mackinac Hunter.

Update: This is not a "true traditional" either, but this one is really hard to beat for the money, and definitely designed for big hands: Kershaw Wildcat Ridge.
 
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Case large Stockman #6375. It's a big sturdy knife at 4.25" closed. I wear a size XXL glove and I like the #6375.

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You can pass the 110 down, they last a while.
For a traditional non-locking multi-blade, I would suggest the Rough Rider RR915 Stoneworx Stockman, at 4 3/8 inches closed. As an alternative (or in addition) to the stockman, a Rough Rider large Sunfish, at roughly 4 1/4 inches closed.

EDIT: I just remembered, Schrade Old Timer 858OT Lumberjack stockman, is 4.5 inches closed.
 
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I'll second the Case 6375, or even a 3375 in yellow delrin if you can find one. Large, lots of utility with 3 blades, and good quality for the $$.
 
Take a look at a canoe pattern. They are generally slim and very comfy in pocket but the tall body fills the hand nicely.
 
Combining quality, looks, utility and size all within your budget makes me agree with the Case large stockman. Perfect fit.

GEC reportedly has a 5+ inch stockman type coming very soon, but will likely be bit north of $100. The Case is still probably better because you won't be nervous about using it.
 
I agree with a Case or Buck stockman, although the 110 was first to come to my mind. Make sure to look at a Case before you buy and check for gaps, weak snap, blade rubbing, etc.

Connor
 
Opinel #10 or #12 -wooden handle though. Should be in your budget realm.:)
Pocket comfort /ease of carry? hmm I'm thinking big hands big pockets so you should be right. NB both the Case and the Buck 110 as mentioned (great choices) both outweigh the Opinel .
 
Despite my 6'4" frame, I do NOT have large hands. However, as you can see from this picture, a Case Sodbuster is a very healthy knife. I think even the most banana-handed could find the Sodbuster comfortable.
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Case 6375 Large Stockman would fit the bill.

I have pretty big hands and my favorite knife has become the Case Peanut. Seriously. Get it scalpel sharp and it just does a fine job at 99% of the tasks I ask. It'd do the rest, but I'd have to clean between the springs.
 
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I'll second the Case 6375, or even a 3375 in yellow delrin if you can find one. Large, lots of utility with 3 blades, and good quality for the $$.
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Here's a Case 3375 in yellow delrin. Hand filling at 4 1/4"

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Queen city #29 English Jack is 4.5" closed and can be had for $60 - $70. Beautiful bone scales and good ole 1095 blades.
 
el gigantor said:
Okay gents, I might be asking the impossible here, but I'm on the hunt for the following:

-A traditional style folding knife for much larger than average hands
-Must be comfortable in the pocket
-Bone, horn, or something similar for handle material
-Around $50 USD price tag
-Good quality and reliability

I love every Great Eastern Cutlery knife I look at, but they're all a bit beyond what my wallet can afford, plus the models I've seen look like they'd be quite small in-hand. I like the Buck 110 but I want this piece to be a knife I can pass down to my kid. My grandfather gave me a two blade setup with stag grip when I was 12 years old, so I'm aiming for that kind of vibe. Something classy, functional, manly, etc.

Any input on brands/models to consider would be great.
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4 1/8" Trappers sound like they would fit your Specs.
Case #3573 (6.5254 SS)
Case #163 (6254 CV)
Case #58171 (6254 CV)
Case #7011 (6254 CV)
Old Timer #95OTB
 
Living in the middle of nowhere in Canada means I won't be able to get any of the knives mentioned in-hand before purchase, with the exception of the 110. I really like the suggestions I've seen so far, and invite more as well. Thanks for your help fellows.

I'm 7ft tall. I can palm a basketball with ease. Hopefully that'll give you all an idea of the scale I'm working with. I don't want a massive beast of a knife, but I also don't want it to appear microscopic while I'm holding it.
 
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