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razorback1595

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So i have to go to the funeral of my grandmother tomorrow and i've just noticed that the most classy knife i have is my spyderco endura White FRN. But that's 1 to big to carry to a funeral, wedding or something 'fancy'.

Al my other blades are all a bit tactical, so that brought me in the market for a more classy knife.

just so you know, i've already looked at the spyderco caly3 and i don't really like it.


So what would you recommend with 100$-150$?

Edit: just before we get to classy (old school slipjoints;)), one hand operation and pocket clip is essential for me ;)
 
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If you do like at least some Spydercos (the Caly3 notwithstanding), take a look at the Kopa and/or Kiwi. Very elegant, available in several handle materials like jigged bone, stacked wood (multi-color), pearl/abalone, black micarta, etc. Most of those can be found in the price range you specified ($100 to $150 in the U.S., not sure what you'd have to pay where you are in Belgium).

And there are an almost limitless number of elegant 'traditional' pocket knives available in that price range (Case, Queen, Schatt & Morgan are excellent).
 
the Benchmade 960 and 940 are pretty classy looking, and very functional

edit: the 960 comes in red and silver, and I believe there's several variations of the 940 series in different colors, 941, 942, 943, I'm not sure which, if any, are discontinued. I believe the blade shape is different as well as the color.

edit #2: there's also the spyderco sage II, I don't know why you didn't like the caly3, so I'm not sure if you'll like the sage II or not. I believe it can be had in your price range if you shop around
 
Obsessed with Edges said:
If you do like at least some Spydercos (the Caly3 notwithstanding), take a look at the Kopa and/or Kiwi. Very elegant, available in several handle materials like jigged bone, stacked wood (multi-color), pearl/abalone, black micarta, etc. Most of those can be found in the price range you specified ($100 to $150 in the U.S., not sure what you'd have to pay where you are in Belgium).

And there are an almost limitless number of elegant 'traditional' pocket knives available in that price range (Case, Queen, Schatt & Morgan are excellent).
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I usually import my own knives from the US, even with the charges for customs it's still way cheaper than the store prices. Usually i buy my knives from the bay or some online stores.

from spyderco the only knives i don't really like are the caly 3 and the kiwi. Something about the look of them :rolleyes:
 
Razorback: have a look next weekend in Gembloux. If I'm not mistaken the French people who make "l'Arconsat" will be there: an elegant yet well made very classy french folder between 90 and 100 euro. Decent 12C27 steel. I skipped it last year (I had already bought something more expensive), this year I think I will buy one.
 
i have always fancied the kershaw leeks made special for ag russell... they have a real nice one with apple coral and nickle silver i believe.
 
razorback1595 said:
I usually import my own knives from the US, even with the charges for customs it's still way cheaper than the store prices. Usually i buy my knives from the bay or some online stores.

from spyderco the only knives i don't really like are the caly 3 and the kiwi. Something about the look of them :rolleyes:
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Yes, I'm not real crazy about the Wharncliff style blade on the Kiwi, but apparently many others do like it. The Kopa has a so-called 'leaf shaped' blade, similar to the Caly, which is my preferred shape on the smaller Spydercos. Otherwise, the elegant & exotic handles on both of them really set them apart from Spyderco's more 'tactical' looking knives.

As tf8s mentioned, the Benchmade 960 is also very nice (I have one of those). Blade is D2 (great steel), and it's a good combination of the tactical look with a little bit of elegance added (shaped inlays in the handle).
 
Obsessed with Edges said:
Yes, I'm not real crazy about the Wharncliff style blade on the Kiwi, but apparently many others do like it. The Kopa has a so-called 'leaf shaped' blade, similar to the Caly, which is my preferred shape on the smaller Spydercos. Otherwise, the elegant & exotic handles on both of them really set them apart from Spyderco's more 'tactical' looking knives.

As tf8s mentioned, the Benchmade 960 is also very nice (I have one of those). Blade is D2 (great steel), and it's a good combination of the tactical look with a little bit of elegance added (shaped inlays in the handle).
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I do really like the 960, and i don't have a knife in D2, but then from the mcusta line up i really like the classy-tactical katana (MC4) series,

it's funny, when i want a knife and i know my guidelines i forget al the brands that have the knives who match my specs that i want :rolleyes:
 
razorback1595 said:
I do really like the 960, and i don't have a knife in D2, but then from the mcusta line up i really like the classy-tactical katana (MC4) series,

it's funny, when i want a knife and i know my guidelines i forget al the brands that have the knives who match my specs that i want :rolleyes:
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Me too. You've reminded me of the Mcusta line. I have one of theirs with the white corian handle and the Damascus VG-10 blade. Excellent blades, beautiful style, LOTS of options & versions. If you like what they've got, I don't think you could go wrong there. :thumbup:
 
Old school, very classy, not a million bucks to own

LOVE my Medium Stockman in CV and LOVE my Butterbean.

Carl-
 
Benchmade 440 is a really classy gent's knife in your price range. I usually carry a Buck Mayo or Waimea or a Spyderco of some flavor - Para, Caly 3, UKPK, or Millie - but when it comes to carrying something that really feels at home in a suit, the 440 fits the bill.

http://www.benchmade.com/products/440
 
EDIT: only now I see Razorback's edit! Sorry no clip or 1 hand operation on these. But I'll leave this just in case the look of makes you change opinion:

Now that I think about it: my Chambriard Le Compagnon is one of my classier knives, and the quality/price ratio is excellent. They start at around 66 euro, depending on the handle material.

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And, don't forget the humble Opinel 8 with horn tip handle: very chic :

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Boker Fellow with bone handle, 70 euro:
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Boker Folding hunter White Micarta, 80 euro:
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Klaas Monolith, 90 to 100 euro. A very nicely handmade classic backlock:
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So, more compatible with Razorback's edited request: of course a Mcusta Gentlemen folder should fit the bill very nicely:

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Or italian elegance: the new Lion Steel Dart, around 50 pounds in the uk:

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Hands down the Spyderco Native 4 with Carbon Fiber handles. For some crazy reason KC is selling these for 90 and change. Regular price is like 165-190 anywhere you look. I just got mine and love it for a EDC.

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razorback1595 said:
...one hand operation and pocket clip is essential for me ;)
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This brings up something I have always been curious about. I have a question for all you "one-handers". Lets suppose you are opening your one hand knife with your right hand. What is your left hand doing? Hanging limply at your side? Down your pants? Scratching your ass? In opening slip joints both hands are actively engaged in knifery. This is as it should be. This is what God intended. It is almost as bad as vehicles with automatic transmissions where your left foot does nothing to assist with driving. I just don't get it.
 
Thomason said:
This brings up something I have always been curious about. I have a question for all you "one-handers". Lets suppose you are opening your one hand knife with your right hand. What is your left hand doing? Hanging limply at your side? Down your pants? Scratching your ass? In opening slip joints both hands are actively engaged in knifery. This is as it should be. This is what God intended. It is almost as bad as vehicles with automatic transmissions where your left foot does nothing to assist with driving. I just don't get it.
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Hahaha, that's a good way to put it. I carry both a toothpick slipjoint and a locking one hand opening "tactical" knife for different applications and tasks. But I do like the one hand opening, it's alot quicker to open. Now cutting boxes doesn't require a flick of the wrist to open the knife but for say a defensive situation I want a knife I can quickly deploy with one hand without fumbling trying to get the slip joint open. Also if indeed in a defensive situation the other hand or arm can be used to block or strike the assailant. Just my .02 :D
 
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