Best knife?

Cannabisbh

Cannabisbh

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I'm new to this forum, and ask but one question. What, in yall's opinion, is the best folder knife or folder knife brand? I'm looking to get one and I want one I can depend on.
 
There is no such thing as "best". If there were, we'd all own only one - that one.
 
this is easy!

it is the Advanced, manual Axis locking, small, BG-42, Teflon coated, Hollow ground, Cryo-treated, ATS-34, thumb holed, fully serrated, Semi-skining, G-10 handle, Multi-tool Waved, Frame-locking, Titanium, ceramic bladed, Linner Lock, reverse tanto, anodized Aluminum, Automatic, Ti Bolstered, Custom, Krayton inserted, Carbon Fiber, Assisted Opening, CMP-440V, bead-blasted, OTF dual action, Plain Edge, Boron Carbide Coated,large,Tactical, superduper knife!
 
Okay. Let's rephrase the question. What do you think is a good knife to get? One that will be worth it.
 
Cannabisbh, never mind us: we're just being ornery. Part of the rite of passage, I guess.
There are many different kinds of knives and materials, all of which have their advantages and disadvantages. Every material and every design has inherent strengths and weaknesses. Some metals hold an edge extremely well, but are difficult to sharpen or rust easily. Some are very impact resistant but prone to chipping under stress. Some are excellent choppers but not great for other chores, and visa versa. Everything is a trade-off of one kind or another so you have to be selective as to your intended use and personal preferences, and then you buy a bunch in the never-ending search for the "best' for the particular use or preference you've selected.
That's why you got such a flippant answer to your question. Sorry.
If you want to be a bit more specific as to what you are looking for and what you like, you'll get a whole bunch of serious suggestions and recommendations. :)
 
Spyderco, Kershaw and Benchmade make quality products, and in the hand fitted production range Chris Reeve Knives stands alone. Look at the products and decide what you like to fit your needs.
 
Cannabisbh, Not sure what you are looking for. I think one of the most spectacular knives for the money is the Spyderco Calypso Jr. Lightweight. It has VG-10 steel. In my opinion these are leaps ahead of most knifes in this price range ($50-$55.00 range). It is flat ground and cuts extremely well. stjames recommended some good brands to look at also.
 
The best knife is: the one you can afford now, for your intended use, one that you feel comfortable carrying and using. I'd also like to suggest that you carry something that is legal where you live. Take some time look around at some of the manufacturers listed above. One I'd like to add is the Camillus/EDC, a very nice knife for the money. The problem is there's hundreds of knives in all different prices and styles, and what's "best" for someone else may not be even acceptable to you. Go to OneStopKnifeShop and look around, you'll also be helping support this forum.

http://www.onestopknifeshop.com/

Ya know, somebody should write a definitive answer to this question and put it with the FAQ's for this Forum, with sub-headings, Best knife under $20, $20, $50, $100, $200, semi-custom, custom, etc.
 
the one in your hand or closest to you.

great question! always needs to be asked.

good luck and welcome

chris
 
Though no best knife is out there, there have been soem that most knifenuts would agree are classic winners. one I have in my pocket right now is the Benchmade AFCK. The handle retains your hand very well and the blade is canted forward of the handle which enhances slicing ability. It comes in ATS-34, which is a good steel.

A Spyderco Endura is another classic.

For fixed blades, a Cold Steel SRK, Recon Tanto, or Bush Ranger offer great value for the money.

Welcome to the forums!
 
I agree with the second answer of HJK, there are dozens of good knives on the market and you must specify your question to get an useful answer.
Otherwise I think that many members regard their own favourite folder/brand as the best folder/brand, with this in mind ...

MICROTECH SOCOM ELITE-M

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Specifications:
Model: Manual Socom Elite;
Blade: 154CM stainless steel hardened to 60 RC;
Blade Length: 4.05" Thickness: .174";
Open: 9.11" Closed: 5.1";
Handle: 6061-T6 Aluminum Hard Coat Anodized;
Lock Mechanism: Manual Action-Constant Thrust Load With Wave Spring, 154CM MICROBAR® Lock;
Weight: 5.6 oz;

http://www.microtechknives.com/
 
I think Horus has the right idea..

The best production folder is my Spyderco Starmate. The best folder there is, IMHO, will be a Dozier brown micarta Hunter, followed by a CRK Sebenza, when I can afford them.

Hope this helps...

Jet
 
You can find best folder for you easier when you ask e.g. next questions: Do I need heavy duty, medium duty or light duty knife? What is the needed/allowed blade lenght? How large is my hand? Am I proficient sharpener? Do I know the material I most likely will cut? do I need locking blade? How much money I can invest?

I personally like medium duty knives as heavy duty IMO should be left for fixed blades. Best folders for me are Spyderco Calypso (large and jr) and CRK Sebenza (large and small).
 
Böker:Ceramic Delta
Böker:Tactical Liner Ti-Carbón
C.Jul.Herbertz:pescador
Aitor:Confident-Gourmet
G.Bernat:Palmito
Hnos Campin:Consell
Martínez Albainox:Electricista
Muela:Curro
Nieto:Estilete
Ordinas:Tranchete
Sarrión:Bandolera
Saez L.:Balisong
Le Camarguais
Laguiole Robert David
Opinel:Slim line
Lupo
Victorinox:cyber tool
Benchmade:705 McHenry & Williams
Buck:110 Folding Hunter-Dama Queen
Buck:Protege
Cold Steel:Lobo plain
Columbia River (C.R.K.T.):Mirage
Frost Cutlery Flying Falcon:Hawkeye
Gigand:Spectrum
Smith & Wesson:S.W.A.T.Folder Plain edge blade
Spyderco: 'Q'-Plain Edge
Spyderco:SpyderCard-SpyderEdge
etc,etc.
CARPE DIEM.Francisco.
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Hi Cannabisbh,

Do you have a price range in mind? That might help narrow down the list of knives you want to choose from...

--gordon
 
Personally, I like Spyderco. I think they have the best opening method, the Spyder Hole. There quality control seems consistant and their products are designed very well. Also, they offer a lot of CMP-440v knives. Most importantly, they seem reasonably priced. You can get a great Spyderco for $100 or get an Endura for $45. Someone earlier recommended the Microtech Soccom...also a very good knife however, it is a little more expensive. As everyone else has said, there is no "best" knife. It all boils down to what you like. Try to go to a local knife shop and handle some of the blades your interested in. I'm about 100 miles from a knife store so, I tend to base my purchases on what people in the forum recommend. There are a ton of really knowledgeable people here who are more than willing to help you out. Still, I try to stop by the knife shop when I'm in the area...nothing beats a hands on evaluation. Good luck finding your knife.
 
I think the Spyderco Calypso Jr. is one of the best knives for the money anywhere. Thin flat ground blade that takes and holds a wicked edge. That, and the stainless blade should be easy to clean the resin off of when you cut up all those buds. :)
 
If you could narrow it down to intended use, price range, custom/production, etc., it would be helpful. You'll get many more useful replies.:)
 
The best knife? As with everything else in life, it depends on your point of view. If you're really into knives, you'll find there is no such thing as "the best" knife. You'll end up with a bunch of personal favourites. ;)
 
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