EDC under 3"

[EnduringEagle]

How about a Buck Alpha Dorato in 154cm? I have this and carry it often. No clip but it comes with a 2.5" blade with strong lockup.

 

[arty]

If you are OK with 3" blades - I'd recommend the Spyderco Rookie or Caly3. I have a Rookie in my pocket with a 2.9" blade, shortened with the belt sander. The Caly3 is a stronger knife, but the Rookie comes with a 3" blade and is very thin. The Rookie handle is only 3.75" long. Both are lockbacks.
If you want a little smaller blade, I can recommend the Mcusta Take (I have one) or their gentlemen knife. Both are very attractive and have 2.75" blades and 3.75" handles. The handle of the Take is a shade shorter.

 

[jrgannon]

i would say a small sebenza would fit the bill

 

[oguruma]

I find that a little hard to believe... Un noticed?? please what is the weight on this thing??? appears rather heavy...

2.2 oz....

And did we really make it until page 2 before somebody recommended a Sebenza to somebody who obviously isn't looking to spend $400 on a blade? I am impressed

 

[beau007]

2.2 oz....

And did we really make it until page 2 before somebody recommended a Sebenza to somebody who obviously isn't looking to spend $400 on a blade? I am impressed

I was reading the thread from beginning to end just waiting for the small sebenza to be recommended. The mnandi is also a great sub 3 inch EDC, but also spendy. How about the Spyderco Leafstorm? It is a great EDC that I carried for awhile, then sold it. I sure do miss it sometimes!

 

[st9v9n]

My favorite little knife, is a Pro-tech Runt. Not my all time favorite, but for some reason, it seems the most useful.

 

[JGON]

Welcome to Bladeforums!

I really like EDC'ing fixed blades, but not everyone does. I carry an Izula every day.

Let's see if my wife can sell you on it...

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[mk.ultra]

ok then how about an o-so-affordable kershaw skyline... 2.2oz and is my goto edc folder.. Small, lightweight and can handle the abuse..

3-1/8"....

 

[Jake Bauer]

Dangit jgon. You beat me to it. If you're not opposed to fixed blades go with the ESEE Izula. Or wait 6 weeks for the Izula-II to come out. Same blade length (2.88in) with a longer handle.

If you want a folder. get a Spyderco Delica.

 

[JGON]

Dangit jgon. You beat me to it. If you're not opposed to fixed blades go with the ESEE Izula. Or wait 6 weeks for the Izula-II to come out. Same blade length (2.88in) with a longer handle.

If you want a folder. get a Spyderco Delica.

I am going to have to buy an Izula II when it comes out. Jake, did they have any pricing information on that yet or is it TBD?

I never leave the house without a fixed blade. My folders may or may not come with, but a fixed blade is a must, and my fixed blade of choice right now is the Izula. I have a nice custom neck knife as well, but my very inexpensive and simple Izula is the one I reach for the most.

 

[pilote]

YUK.. to each his own.........

if sebenza's had combo edge option i'd get another...i love CE blades; i want a tool that will cut/rip fast.

i wish my zt100 was a combo edge...

 

[powernoodle]

Spyderco Delica.

Thats the route I would go, if I had a 3" limit.

 

[Jake Bauer]

I am going to have to buy an Izula II when it comes out. Jake, did they have any pricing information on that yet or is it TBD?

TBD. I would assume probably street price of $65-70

 

[SteelSnob]

Delica
Mini Griptilian
Kershaw Ener-G(the cheapest)

if you really want to spend
Small Sebenza or Mnandi

 

[moshow9]

if you really want to spend
Small Sebenza or Mnandi

I would also nominate the Strider PT if you have the money to spend.

 

[BoltsFan]

Great info. I ended up going with a Kreshaw Leek only because I couldn't find a Delica locally. I like the Delica FFG in blue. Will there be more of these available?

 

[Jake Bauer]

Why cant you order offline? places like www.newgraham.com or www.gpknives.com are fantastic online stores. Ships quick and secure. It's definitely worth it.