Hi all, looking to buy a new folder. I have looked using filters on knifecenter, blade hq and looked through many brand websites. I cannot seem to find the knife I'm looking for given the specific conditions I want it to have. The conditions are as follows, and while if a condition or 2 is slightly different I might still consider the knife, these are all pretty hard and set specs I'm looking for:
1. Blade length: between 3.75 and 4.25 inches. I could go slightly above or below, but I am really looking for right around that 4-inch blade range.
2. Weight: under 6 ounces.
3. Lock: Axis/crossbar lock or button lock would be ideal (This is a bit flexible as I would be open to other locks, but liner/frame locks are a hard no. Also I'm in Canada, so no autos.)
4. Not assisted: This is not a legality issue as assisted knives are legal here, I just don't like assisted knives. And I find removing the assist often screws up the alignment.
5. Handle material: Micarta, G10, or similar. Absolutely no plastic, or all metal handles. If the handle is majority micarta/g10 with inlays of other materials or the other way around I'd definitely consider that depending on the knife. Also, ideally something light in colour as I like rit-dyeing handles, but this would just be a bonus of course.
6. Blade Shape: I am specifically looking for a knife with a tip that is not curved up too much. This condition is quite important to me. A very small amount of belly would be ideal, but not necessary. So, wharncliffes, sheepsfoots, reverse tantos, shapes like that would be good. Even a drop or spear point with the tip not much higher (nearly on the same level) than the rest of the edge would be fine. I think you guys get the idea. Also the tip shouldn't be too thin and delicate, it should be fairly robust.
7. Country of origin: Ideally made in a country known for quality manufacturing (North America, European countries, Australia/New Zealand etc.) although I would still be open to a knife from other countries if it is from a quality brand (such as WE for example) if the other conditions are all met and I like the knife. But ideally a "Western" country, or a country known for producing quality goods.
Let me know if a knife meeting these conditions is out there. The only one I could find so far that meets all of these is the Benchmade Contego, however, I cannot find that knife for sale anywhere in Canada likely given that it is discontinued, and even the contego has a bit too much curve in the tip. I could post on the WTB exchange, but I prefer to buy new. And I have to buy from a Canadian knife dealer as our border seizes most one-handed opening knives, even though they are legal to have in the country, only dealers are allowed to import them. (Yes I know it is an extremely stupid law and it pisses me off a lot lol.)
Thanks guys!
1. Blade length: between 3.75 and 4.25 inches. I could go slightly above or below, but I am really looking for right around that 4-inch blade range.
2. Weight: under 6 ounces.
3. Lock: Axis/crossbar lock or button lock would be ideal (This is a bit flexible as I would be open to other locks, but liner/frame locks are a hard no. Also I'm in Canada, so no autos.)
4. Not assisted: This is not a legality issue as assisted knives are legal here, I just don't like assisted knives. And I find removing the assist often screws up the alignment.
5. Handle material: Micarta, G10, or similar. Absolutely no plastic, or all metal handles. If the handle is majority micarta/g10 with inlays of other materials or the other way around I'd definitely consider that depending on the knife. Also, ideally something light in colour as I like rit-dyeing handles, but this would just be a bonus of course.
6. Blade Shape: I am specifically looking for a knife with a tip that is not curved up too much. This condition is quite important to me. A very small amount of belly would be ideal, but not necessary. So, wharncliffes, sheepsfoots, reverse tantos, shapes like that would be good. Even a drop or spear point with the tip not much higher (nearly on the same level) than the rest of the edge would be fine. I think you guys get the idea. Also the tip shouldn't be too thin and delicate, it should be fairly robust.
7. Country of origin: Ideally made in a country known for quality manufacturing (North America, European countries, Australia/New Zealand etc.) although I would still be open to a knife from other countries if it is from a quality brand (such as WE for example) if the other conditions are all met and I like the knife. But ideally a "Western" country, or a country known for producing quality goods.
Let me know if a knife meeting these conditions is out there. The only one I could find so far that meets all of these is the Benchmade Contego, however, I cannot find that knife for sale anywhere in Canada likely given that it is discontinued, and even the contego has a bit too much curve in the tip. I could post on the WTB exchange, but I prefer to buy new. And I have to buy from a Canadian knife dealer as our border seizes most one-handed opening knives, even though they are legal to have in the country, only dealers are allowed to import them. (Yes I know it is an extremely stupid law and it pisses me off a lot lol.)
Thanks guys!
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