Best folder between 50.00 and 100.00

What about the Camillus EDC? I had one and used and abused it until I broke it. I can't recommend it highly enough. If you are looking for a great value in a user then this is it. I can't really think of any other knife for $50 where you get 154CM steel, a great design, and quality work. The Camillus service is also great. Before breaking my EDC I asked about service to un-do some of the damage I had caused. I admitted to having abused the knife, and done things out of its intended use range, and they were still willing to help me out.
 
The Greco Falcon or other models are STRONG, they don't have pocket clips though but they do have a dual carry mode sheath.

Emerson CQC-7 is great but some don't like the single edge (chisel grind)

BM Tsek with Axis lock is looking pretty good to me, I think I'll pick one up soon but NOT before Mother's day or I'll be in deep sh!t

:D
 
I owned an EDC, and thought it was a nice little knife; but if you want a truly excellent user knife for around fifty dollares you should look at the Benchmade Griptilian series. I'm partial to the Mini versions, but the full size ones are good too.

I've owned a lot of folders, and in my opinion the Griptilian is the best pure working folder that I've seen. The Grecos are very tough, but I find them to just be too thick to be real efficient cutters.

There are lots of good things about the Griptilians, it's a great overall design with a fantastic lock and a low price. It comes in various colors, 2 sizes, and 2 blade shapes; so there is probably one that will closely meet your ideal.

It is possible to pay far more money for considerably less knife, and you would be hard pressed to find a folder that is truly functionally superior to the Griptilians for anywhere near this price range.

About the only downside is that they are not particularly luxurious, with simple injection molded plastic scales. They work just fine, and I've found them to be more impact resistant than other more expensive materials; but do feel sort of "hollow".
 
All good suggestions so far. I would add several Spyderco models to the options. My favorite in that range is the FRN version of the Native (3-1/8"), but the Delica (3") and Endura (4") are also strong contenders. All are extremely durable knives featuring high-end blade steels.

--Bob Q
 
I just bought the CRKT M16-10K.

That particular model is the Black coated tanto combo blade with black T6 aluminum handles.

I was able to find a small keyring ( a couple millimeters in diameter ) and it fit onto the end hole of the knife, just barely.

The knife has everything I wanted in an EDC. Keyring capability, tip-down carry, pocket clip more towards the tip of the knife for deeper carry in pocket, durable lock, and good steel.

I had a Leek for a while and was unhappy with it.

I paid around 40 dollars for the knife and it is great. Also fast opening with a flick on the wrist, very smooth.
 
i'd go for the CRKT BladeLOCK 2, its one nice looking blade. they go for like $53 :).
 
Greetings fellow Tar Heel. For your price range you can't top a Spydie. They have great ergonomics, excellent materials, outstanding craftsmanship and are backed by a warranty that's hard to beat. I prefer the Delica myself but for tougher jobs you may want to look at the Native.
 
Hi Mike,
Boy, it's been a loooooong time since I've seen you around the forums, how've you been? I hope you find what you're looking for. I agree with the rest of the forums. Also, take a look at the for sale forums, you might find something pretty good there in your price range.

Take Care,

Brian Huber
 
This is just one guy's opinion, and is probably considered heresy by many people around here, but I think the Griptilain series is so much better than the Spyderco lightweights that the Spydies are more or less obsolete.

I've posted several times about this, so if you want the whole thing it should be easy to find with a search.

In short, with the exception of an arguably better blade steel there is not one meaningful advantage that the Spydies have over the Griptilians; while the Griptilians are much better in several ways.

Essentially by going to the Griptilian you end up with a knife that is only .66 ounces heavier and costs around $10 more, but has a superior locking system, a much more comfortable handle, and a pair of full steel liners.

Seems like a good tradeoff to me.
 
IMO and probably the next knife i'll get, the Benchmade 910 stryker

"BM910P Stryker Plain Edge
Blade length- 3.5" .Blade thickness- .12"
Blade material- 154CM Hardness- 59-61 HRC ---- Overall length- 8.25" Length closed- 4.68"---- Handle material- G-10 over double titanium liners.---- Weight- 3.8 oz.Don¹t let the often misunderstood tanto blade style limit your perception of the great utility offered. The combination of tip design and high-grade steel create a very strong blade from end to end. Its handle delivers all the performance you can handle thanks to its ³natural² shape and radiused edges. Stryker®¹s G10 scales are founded on double titanium liners with modified locking-liner."

all for @ $90
 
for office work you might try to find a Spyderco Mouse. Or maybe the Ralph designed EDC. Or maybe a Queen slpjoint in D2. For more rough and tumble work maybe a (Mini)Griptilian or a Delica/Endura. The Benchmade will be a little stronger but a little thicker. The Spyderco will have better blade steel. A Leatherman or SOG multi-tool would also be rather handy. A Buck 560, if you could find one, would also make a good hard use folder. CRKT makes a fairly tough knife if you're on a tight budget. The Kershaw Doublecross looks pretty neat for a light duty folder. Good luck. Let us know what you decide on.

Frank
 
Fishbulb,
In short, with the exception of an arguably better blade steel there is not one meaningful advantage that the Spydies have over the Griptilians; while the Griptilians are much better in several ways
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Not exactly or rather this could be considered as the one side of coin only. The another side is that SPYDRERCO lightweights are thinner (Gripy has pretty thick handle), easier to carry, lighter at adequately good level of strength and excellent cutting ability. They are simply the knives in another category – they are lightweights.

However I agree with you completely as to the rest of statement. I go with SPYDERCO Delica when my highest preference is slim and lightweight package and when I don’t want to cross 3-inche blade length limit. I go with BENCHMADE Griptilian 551 daily because it has excellently balanced properties what fit my needs the best way. Why I do not go with Mini Griptilian when I need 3-incher? I have 556 and like it, however its handle is not as comfortable for me as Delica’s one. Formally it has almost similar dimensions (and it is way stronger due to double steel liners) but it is shaped somewhat another way and doesn’t allow me to use comfortably entire handle’s length. This might be different for another person anyway.
Full sized Gripy fits my hand excellently and I’m not going to retire it of my daily carry for long-long time.
 
Spyderco Native - yes.
Thinner, flat handle, great for IWB carry. Griptilain handle is too thick for my IWB carry. I tried one in the store; nice knife, but not for me.
Native doesn't need metal liners, totally superfluous. The Griptilian Axis lock requires metal liners. Metal liners do not necessarily equal a better knife. Sometimes yes, sometimes no. With the Native vs. the Griptilian - no. I've read previous remarks on this subject and I understand their reasoning - but no. No metal liners for the Native = a better knife.
These two knives, Native and Griptilain, are in the same lightweight category, despite what others say. Both are good knives. I prefer the Native - without the unnecessary weight and expense of unnecessary metal liners.

Native's lockback is better than Griptilian's Axis lock, in this type of knife.

Also look at the Stainless Dragonfly, another favourite of mine.
 
Originally posted by Marcelo Cantu
IMO and probably the next knife i'll get, the Benchmade 910 stryker
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ive got this knife in M2HS and think it doesnt get the praise it should. now it doesnt have any belly and the tanto is slightly harder to sharpen and it looks pretty aggressive but you also have a great steel, Ti liners and G10 scales. tough to beat and tough break.

the other knives are good too and might be more what you are looking for but i thought id at least share my preference for a hardworking knife.
 
I reccomend...BM 556 (can be found around 50), MT Mini-UDT (can be found around 70 - 100), Spyderco Endura, BM Mini-AFCK
 
Out of production, but you can still find the CRKT S-2 on some of the discount sites for around $50. The mid-size, half-serrated 7512 is my favorite, ATS-34, ti-handled, and a smooth, strong framelock. BTW, if you have a choice, the 7502 plain blade has a much thicker edge for some reason, not as useful for most cutting chores as the serrated 7512.

I'd also second the nomination of the CRKT Carson M-16 series. I have the -01k spearpoint -- it's so lghtweight I often forget I have it on me, but solidly made and very smooth. Good little knife for the money (and it flips !).

And don't forget the real plain-Janes, Schrade LB-7 and Buck 110.
MtMike
 
How about a Benchmade 705? Its got a G10 handle and a 2.9" 154CM blade. Oh, and its an Axis lock. Cost about $85 :)
 
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