Deciding on next folder....having trouble deciding.

If you want a big, beefy folder. Try a Grayman Satu. Carries much lighter than it would appear, and seems as capable as a fixed blade.
 
Officer's Match said:
Go for the Hinderer. Prices have come down since Rick built a new shop (bigger supply). The current crop are spot on - my XM-18 Bowie flips fantastic and is an awesome knife. Don't get me wrong, I love my Emersons too, but I think you'll be more impressed with an XM. Also you may consider a Chris Reeve, all knife enthusiasts need to experience a Sebenza (although I much prefer the Umnumzaan). Resale is so good on CRK's that there is no real risk trying one (other than seeing them start to accumulate ;)). As for Medfords, I have had a Medford Viper in my pocket ever since freeing it from its USPS Priority Mail crypt several weeks ago - LOVE that knife to death.
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I think these are good suggestions he could consider. My only tip would be to bear in mind what kind of knife you want for EDC. Weight is usually a big deciding factor for me these days:

For example I like ZT's and Striders, but they can be heavy. If you want a lighter 'gentleman's' EDC maybe consider the CRK Subenza or look at other options if weight is not really an issue for you.

By the way I share your frustration. I have been trying to decide on my ultimate EDC folder for some time. I looked at strider, subenza, ZT. I love the idea of the removable stainless insert on the lock-bar on ZT's and wish more knives offered this feature. It improves the service life of a lock frame knife.
 
I recommend the hinderer XM-18 slicer. Cuts better than the spanto. The spanto does look awesome though.
 
Would you consider a Reate Horzon-D..? :D
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nedflow said:
Greetings,

Hope all is well.

Starting to do some research on my next folder.

I did the ZT thing and love the product. Love my ZT for a ton of reasons. So....I was contemplating taking the next step and purchasing an Emerson or a Hinderer. After looking through multiple posts and youtube vids I'm starting to lose some of that excitement. I understand there are fanboys and haters of each brand but I keep coming across certain issues that trouble me. Seems like a lot of Hinderer owners feel as though you really aren't missing anything if you decide not to purchase one. I have heard multiple times, why spend double the money when you can just purchase a ZT Hinderer, that for half the price is just as good if not better. On to Emerson...Seems to be some serious concerns with attention to detail. Not cleaning the fine particles of the components before assembly, surfaces not aligning, etc.

I usually like to test a product for myself before forming an opinion but these blades are a significant investment for me. Any feedback would be appreciated.

Have been thinking of looking at Medford and Strider Knives as well.
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