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akula57

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It may not be the best made, but my choice is the "old-style" Benchmade AFCK. It was one of the first to have custom-maker characteristics such as ATS-34 and a good liner lock. Coupled with Spyderco's opening hole, we had a winner! Sometimes overlooked is the wonderful grip on the the AFCK - I like the large size. It's still my favorite.

Spyderco - the "lowly" Endura gets my vote. Ambidexterous, light, deceptively friendly looking and available with (or without) the best serrations in the business. A great value.

Microtech - I haven't kept close tabs on recent offerings but my CFO (not really a folder) continues to blow me away. Great blade, great looks, front opening(!), and a wicked, strong action make for a real winner.



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I am very impressed with the new Kershaw Vapor II.
A 3 1/2" AUS-6 blade(thin edge on it too), all metal FRAME LOCK folder for under $30.00.:eek:
The folder has the great look of a gent's folder and the heart of a worker or defense knife.
I love this knife, man!:D

I'm sure this will be eclipsed when I get me mitts on one of those Axis AFCK's in D-2.
 
“Best” within the meaning of “my favourite folder”:

Microtech SOCOM Elite-M
 
lotsa good knives out there to come up w/a best - the AFCK is hard to beat imho - as far as big blades go, ya cant beat a sifu - and my collection wouldnt be complete w/out a CRKT crawford/kasper, i really like them - and spyderco makes a few good ones too, i like my starmate and lum tanto too - and dont forget emerson, the wave rules, i find myself carrying my commander more and more - lotsa good knives around imho........


greg
 
No one seems to have mentioned a small Sebenza. Absolutely the best folder I have ever had the pleasure of carrying.

jmx
 
I'm into pocketknives more that folders - although both are in the same family.

To me a pocketknife is a standard, ordinary, traditional, folding, often having 2 or more blades, pocketknife of the type our grandfathers and great grandfathers carried and were primarily carried in a pocket. I am sure that most of you know what I am talking about.

To me, folding knives are usually larger, usually have single blades that are 3" or longer, that are usually carried in a belt pouch, or are fitted with a pocket clip. Many have thumb holes or studs to make opening the blade easier and faster.

To me, my favorite factory pocketknives are Camillus, Schrade, or Case.

I am not all that sure about folders, but I like the Bucks. I don't care for a knife that looks too - un-tool or utility knife. The problem with many folders is that even if not so designed, is that they look like weapons. (Just my opinion of course).



Originally posted by akula57
It may not be the best made, but my choice is the "old-style" Benchmade AFCK. It was one of the first to have custom-maker characteristics such as ATS-34 and a good liner lock. Coupled with Spyderco's opening hole, we had a winner! Sometimes overlooked is the wonderful grip on the the AFCK - I like the large size. It's still my favorite.

Spyderco - the "lowly" Endura gets my vote. Ambidexterous, light, deceptively friendly looking and available with (or without) the best serrations in the business. A great value.

Microtech - I haven't kept close tabs on recent offerings but my CFO (not really a folder) continues to blow me away. Great blade, great looks, front opening(!), and a wicked, strong action make for a real winner.



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From what I have owned or seen: Sebenza, Microtech LCC, SERE 2000, Axis lock series. In that order and until somethin gbetter comes along!:)
 
Benchmade 750 Pinnacle - pity there is no smaller version.
Value for money, it would make the small Sebenza look silly.
 
Oupa have you ever handled a Sebbie ??? i have had both knives and the differance is incredible
 
The Al Mar Sere 2000. Hands down. This is 1/3 the price of the vaunted Sebenza. Is it 1/3 the knife? No, it's about 8/10s the knife. Overall, arguably the best quality production folder for the money.

Better steel than Microtechs. Better fit and finish than Benchmades. Thicker liners than a Chinook. Near custom heft, feel, and finish. Blade play is as noticeable as on a Balisong! Smooth opening. Excellent ergonomics. This knife is king.
 
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