Does this folder exist?

Then it's possible no such thing exists. You could settle for:

The 530 - 4.2 is darn close
The EDC - a frame lock is distinctly different from a liner lock
The Leek - remove the torsion spring
The Native - awesome as is
The 940 - the 773 or the 960 are a little smaller
William Henry Buttonlock - maybe not the grippiest handle
CRKT Lake Pal - AUS8 steel
Don't poo-poo a liner-lock that's properly made
 
Originally posted by psdrew
Hmmm... having owned one for some time, I must have missed something...:confused:

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My fault - typed before I looked. Mine is a very recent purchase and it has two (not three) sets. One set behind the studs and another on the flipper.
 
don't write off linerlocks. there are many rock-solid reliable knives that are linerlocks
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Ok I'm starting to realize that writing of linerlocks is really limiting me. I just don't like them because like I said they seem too easy to disengage to me. I have never had one close on me but have avoided them because they give me that tense something-bad's-about-to-happen feeling in my hands when I use them. I don't like the release for the locking mechanism right where you have a hold on the knife. But then this was going to be a dress-defense knife and not a bait chopping knife anyway so maybe I should get over it. I have never seen an axis lock work.
 
get a spydie military... not too easy to release without trying, and is rated for 150lbs/inch(so 600lbs at tip)

I can IWB this sucker, and still move freely.
 
No problem... Just to clarify, the Leek is a framelock. As for complicated... I don't use the thumbstuds. The flipper is the most convenient and safe way for me. As for unlocking the blade during use... You'd have to do something pretty extraordinary to accomplish that. Anything can happen and nothing is 'idiot proof'. I have no confidence issues with the lockup on this knife...
 
Originally posted by trains are bad
Is Aus8 bad?
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None of the models or companies mentioned use 'bad' steel. AUS8 is inexpensive now, but not too long ago it was a premium steel for work knives - ala the Endura.

AUS8 makes for easy sharpening too. Something like CPM440V stays sharp for a longer time, but can be a pain to re-sharpen once it dulls.
 
Ti Salsa

Titanium integral compression lock, 2 7/17" ATS-34 blade, 3.5" closed, finger grooves, cobra hood + opening hole, removable clip.
 
Aside from the thumb studs, Spyderco CF Delica, hair under 4" closed, hair over 1/4" thick, light yet strong, rock solid lock back, and VG10 steel, one of the top steels out there today. All for a street price of under a hundred bucks. Or for a bit less than half that price, you can get a regular FRN Delica or Calypso Jr. both are sub 4" closed and right around 3/8" thick, and use the same lock and steel as the CF Delica. CF Delica is avaiable in RH and LH models, and either can be set up for tip up or tip down carry. FRN Delica is tip up only, ambi, FRN Calypso Jr is tip down only, ambi. All are great knives in my book, but the CF Delica is the thinnest and the classiest looking.
 
Originally posted by trains are bad
That does look a sweet knife. I have no idea about knife steels except I know it when I sharpen and use it. Is Aus8 bad?
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Not bad at all, but when I hear "supergood" I think CPM S30V, BG-42, D2, VG-10 or S90V. But I'm a steel snob at this point, if the size and lock style are more important than the "best" steel available I wouldn't let AUS8 eliminate the knife from consideration. I prefer it to the 440A used in the Leek or the 420J you'll find in most of Bucks line of knives.
 
I've had lockbacks fail and have yet to have a failure with a linerlock. Maybe you just don't have enough experience with a linerlock or frame lock. How about a balisong? Benchmade should have one that suits your needs.

Dayuhan
 
Aus steels are great for cheap beaters. They're pretty much stain proof unless you plan to leave a wet/dirty knife on the counter for a day or so. Around oil and cars, aus steels are great.

it sharpens easily, but of course you give up a little in edge holding(just more chance to perfect the sharpening).

I personally love ats-55, though the steel snobs don't seem to like it. My sharpest production knife is vg-10, yet my sharpest knife I own is a 1084 custom warncliff, so don't discount "cheap" steels...
 
It may be a little thicker than your specs, but I think you would really like a Benchmade 705. You can't beat the AXIS lock. If 154CM steel blade ain't good enough for you (I think its a good steel), you can find limited edition D2 blades at most of the better online stores.

Its a little longer by about 1/2 inch, but the Benchmade 814 will change your mind about not liking liner locks. I totally trust my 814 liner lock.
 
HI Trains. I think the question of "supergood" steel is a major qualifier. You are asking for "very high horsepower" when you say "supergood". I'm with Stjames on his list, although I would add ZDP-189.

There are very few companies making very many production knives from "supergood" steel.

sal
 
there are some great knifemakers on this forum-but would seriously consider--
Al Mar: nomad
Microtech: mini socom
Sebenza: small
I carry the nomad everywhere i go-great edc(small tank):)
 
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