Good folder as a personal reward?

fulloflead

fulloflead

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This is very silly and a bit embarrassing, but...

I'm on a program right now (too embarrassed to say:o ) to improve myself. I've decided that once I reach a certain "goal" I'm going to reward myself with a gun or knife worth $300 to $350.

I've decided I really have all the guns I need so I'm going to go with a knife.

I checked out a Chris Reeve Sebenza and it didn't turn me on that much. So what should I get to reward myself for reaching my "goal"?

I'm really into Microtech, Spyderco, Benchmade folders (and that kind of thing), but this might be an opportunity to get something special, better or even... CUSTOM?

It's gotta be a nice folder that's quick to deploy. Blade length of at least 3 inches. Must be a one-hand opener. Auto is fine.

I don't know what I want. I just want something that would give me a BIG smile! What would be a good treat for me as a nice tactical folder or auto in the $300-$350 range that I could enjoy and carry daily to remind me of my accomplishment?:)
 
Buy a nice custom with that. You'll look at the knife and enjoy both the knife and the goal you've hit in your life, and the determination it took to get there.
 
Rick Hinderer
&
Matt Cucchiara
Both make very cool framelocks that seem to fit the, pride swelling, smile inducing, pat yourself on the back, requirements you are looking for in a knife.
 
The only downside to ordering a custom directly is the wait. If you intend this as a reward it should be something you can get as soon as you hit your goal. So I would recommend that you check out the various resellers who carry customs. My favorite is BladeArt, but there are a number of other reputable dealers out there.

If you decide to indulge yourself in a high-end production knife, consider picking up a Camillus Aftermath. I can just about guarantee that will put a smile on your face. :D The Aftermath is beautiful, elegant, practical, tough, and darned intimidating. And it has an assisted opener that kicks it open like an auto.

--Bob Q
 
Originally posted by bquinlan


If you decide to indulge yourself in a high-end production knife, consider picking up a Camillus Aftermath. I can just about guarantee that will put a smile on your face. :D The Aftermath is beautiful, elegant, practical, tough, and darned intimidating. And it has an assisted opener that kicks it open like an auto.

--Bob Q
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It's funny you sould mention that. I was actually looking at those today. It's a good possibility!:)
 
You may find some legal inconveniences if you want an auto in Colorado, and the legal climate in Denver may be particularly cool to your carrying one. An assisted opener like the Aftermath may be a desireable alternative. You may find that less is more for daily carry. There are also legal inconveniences for blades longer than 3.25 or 3.5 (I forget which) inches in Colorado.

I would also look at the Buck Mayo collaboration.
 
I know the Sebenza isn't "in your face" , but its quality, workmanship, and utility are unmatched. It doesn't get prettier than that in my book! Still what a great "spot" you're in! I hope you have a lot of fun choosing a new knife!
 
cutter knife and tool, great knife

tad gear has some
some aspects i like better than sebenza
 
Once I finish my finance internship in October, I'm going to buy myself a Buck 110 custom in stag and BG-42. :)
 
Is it for weight loss?
If so, please email me..............
I might want to set a goal of my own.
 
Originally posted by fulloflead
It's funny you sould mention that. I was actually looking at those today. It's a good possibility!:)
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From reading your posts I have suspected that we have some similar tastes. :)

Today I sent my Aftermath off to have it anodized. And I miss it already! :eek: Should look really neat when I get it back, though. :cool: The background will be blue while the flame remains polished silver.

I'd hate to discourage anyone from buying a custom, but the Aftermath is about 95% of the way there already. ;)

--Bob Q
 
A Spyderco ATR would be nice, you'd have enough cash left over to get a second knfe too.
 
Or (judging by your avatar) are you giving up counting? :D
Sorry, couldn't resist.
Anyhow, you've probably got time to decide. Think about what you want in a knife, and look around ALOT and ask lots and lots of questions to all of the helpful knife knuts. Check out sites like Knifeart and many, many other custom knife sites, and
DON'T WORRY, Be Happy :)
When you see it, you'll know.......... It'll be the knife that SCREAMS "Come to Papa....." ;)
One of my "ultimate knives" That I just set as my goal is Tom Johanning's Tac11 or maybe one of the other ones (there's only 3 similar models) anyway, thanks for the ideas.......
 
i have to second two of the recommendations that I've read: Obenauf for a custom; and the Spyderco ATR for a production knife. I've had an ATR for about a week and now that the lock has really broken in, it is silky smooth with a great lockup. The ATR is definitely the best pure tactical that Spyderco has ever produced. As for Obenauf, check out the net to see what is available. I have owned four Obenaufs and I currently have two, they are incredible values. What Obenauf sells for $250-350, others charge $400-700.
 
John W. Smith makes some of the nicest folders out there. Never seen one that had anything that could be remotely called a flaw either. There are a lot of them floating around too, so the backlog shouldn't be an issue. You can get one starting around $400 all the way up to several thousands. All depends on how much you want to reward yourself.

Another good one is R.J. Martin. Awesome, overbuilt folders made to last. Availability might be more of a problem, since R.J. doesnt make as many of them. You won't be disappointed, though.
 
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