Gentlemans knife for EDC

[flench]

Ok so figured out i want a Gentlemans knife for edc that can be used for tactical use if needed. Like the Spyderco centofante3. Like the smooth grips 40-90$

 

[crawdad62]

I've got a Spyderco Caly 3 that I would consider more of a subdued EDC. It's got a nice smooth CF grip. If you dug around a bit it can be had at your high limit.

 

[humblerodent]

Spyderco Sage 1 would fill that role well, but is at the upper end of your price range.

 

[ohen cepel]

Buck Lux would be worth a look, or maybe one of their Vantage. Several models of each so you can control your price point some.

 

[EDCdude]

Benchmade 707 is slim thin and sharp.

 

[ocnLogan]

CRKT Delegate comes to mind, as does the Buck Lux (smaller-ish blade though).

 

[mantzao]

Chaparral

 

[5370H55V]

CRKT ripple in blue

 

[Stainz]

The Japaneese made Kershaw 1993-1 'Gentleman's Folder' is a great example - VG10 blade and all. The knife has been out of production for a while. The forum's 'Kershaw Guy' did have some left - some without the leather sheath, which really is useless, anyway. It's within your price range. The new Benchmade 480-1 Shoki is currently available - but pricey. It has an m390 steel blade & cf scales - and includes a leather sheath with an easily removed clip for 'in the pocket' carry. I got mine locally last summer 'on sale' - $129, same as the original 480 Shoki. It was a deal. Both are great 'Gent's' knives.

Stainz

 

[Baine]

Chapparel or Sage 1

 

[pmek5]

+3 on the Chaparral. A little over your budget, but well worth the extra.

 

[rkmoore]

If you can find one, get a Kershaw Wild Wild Turkey. Titanium scales with ats-34 blade = very light slim and slicey.

 

[yuldeli]

Can't go wrong with the Centofante 3.

 

[archieblue]

Drop just a few more semolians & grab a Benchmade 943.

 

[arty]

The Chaparral is a great knife. If you want something more traditional looking, check out some of the Moki knives. Prices very, but some are less expensive.
If you want a linerlock, take a look at Mcusta. I have the Take, but the Gentlemen's knife costs less and should be similar. The Staminawood is very nice, and you can also get Cocobolo or Micarta.

 

[newbie_nick]

Chaparral

+1 on the Spydie Chapparal. I found mine on eVil Bay for less than $100 shipped, and it's my favorite "gentlemen's" EDC.

 

[2manyknives]

If you like the Centofante 3 then there is no reason not to get one - they are excellent knives.

 

[jimnolimit]

how about the lion steel opera? http://www.lionsteel.it/fast/k/en/eur/products/v/149

 

[Stephen1337]

Lol, Emerson GENTLEMAN Jim

 

[Liquidm1980]

take a look at the chive. i wear a suit everyday at work i carry a ss version in my pocket along with my keys. there is a bigger version if the chive is small for your taste.