Durable folder under $200

FettWillKill

FettWillKill

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I'm trying to find a good folder that has a sturdy build, keeps an edge and can take alot of abuse. Blade can't be longer than 4" due to state regulations. I've had my eye on a couple ZT models as well as a few Spyderco. What're your thoughts? Favorite blades? Least favorite? Also pretty interested in/ignorant about DPx Gear, if anyone has any experience with those. Thanks everyone!
 
Benchmade 810 Contego. Tough, great steel (M4), and well under $200. Right at 4" long.
I have avoided it because 4" is too long for the laws in my state, unfortunately. Different cities are either 3" or 3.5".
 
ShooterMcgavin said:
Benchmade 810 Contego. Tough, great steel (M4), and well under $200. Right at 4" long.
I have avoided it because 4" is too long for the laws in my state, unfortunately. Different cities are either 3" or 3.5".
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Oh wow. That may have just ended my search haha. Also been dying to try out M4 or any tool steel really.
 
I love my DPX hest 2.0. Some savvy ebaying can net you one for about 150. Also numerous Emersons, such as the Commander, CQC-8, and CQC-7.
 
You can get a Custom Gripitlian made from Benchmade with D2 or S30V in that price range.

You can pick scale colors, hardware color, ect. Even laser engrave it.
 
I was using Ontario RAT 1. Then recently got a mini Grip. Comparing two, I can say that the mini Grip as not as tough as RAT 1. Although mini Grip is scary sharp. But it won't be a substitute for hard use folder, or even a fixed blade. Just my two cents, I am also looking for more up-scale hard use folder and miss my BK-11.
 
Hey FettWillKill. Awesome username and avatar. I have a DPX HEST 2.0 that I've carried off and on for about a year. It's a GREAT knife. It's really tough and can take a beating. It's very well made and incredibly smooth in blade deployment. The lock was a bit sticky at first but it broke in nicely. It came ridiculously sharp out of the box (cut myself within the first five minutes of un-boxing it being careless, d'oh!) I really like the way it carries too. The deep pocket clip is great. Disappears into the pocket. Everyone so far has suggested great options but I thought I'd give you a bit of good info on the HEST.
 
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