Heirloom Knife Suggestions

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ThatOtherGuy.

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If you could pick one EDC/PD knife to last for your whole life and a grand kid's life what would it be?

I’m looking for a good looking, EDC/PD, heirloom knife; something that’s bulletproof and traditional.

Ideally;
No spring mechanisms (for long term reliability) (Sorry Axis people.)
Not threatening but decent for self defense and hard use EDC tasks
High quality but reasonably priced; ideally, less than $300, but defiantly < $500
Has a fairly large blade
Isn’t made with a plastic handle. (aesthetic reasons)

Ideas?
 
I think there are tons and tons of fine examples out there. However the best would probably be something your heirs see you using constantly. If you have a bond with them and they see that you have a bond with the knife you chose, then more than likely your heir will have a better chance of cherishing whatever knife you chose.
 
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I know you will dismiss this suggestion but it does fit all your requirements.

Buck 110.
 
ThatOtherGuy. said:
No spring mechanisms (for long term reliability) (Sorry Axis people)
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Pretty much every folder has a spring in it, just not necessarily a coil spring. Frame locks, liner locks, slipjoints, back locks; all have a spring. There are more and less reliable springs, and I don't think you should rule them all out. I'd bet many frame lock and slipjoint springs will perform well enough for a couple of generations.
 
I wasn't counting things like frame locks as springs. I was referring more to things like the Axis lock (which is awesome) or the mechanism on an Ultratech (also awesome just not particularly reliable. I've had to send mine in for service before because the spring failed.)
 
First, I understand your aversion to springs in an heirloom. Let me add flippers/anything bearing'd ensconced in plastic.

As to the question, the classic choice would be a Sebenza. One of my alternate recommendations though would be a Grayman folder.

At half the price, some of the HEST/HEFT folders seem as though they could make a run at it, and probably some of the Emerson customs could be looked at....and a few others that I'm sure will be recommended here.
 
Yep, my first inclination is a Large Sebenza - and a unique graphic would be most appropriate.

Btw, WELCOME to the Forum, TOG!
 
^^^^^ That '60's graphic should puzzle some future archaelogists.....or the Tiger eyes, which will be extinct soon.
 
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^^^^^ That '60's graphic should puzzle some future archaelogists.....or the Tiger eyes, which will be extinct soon.
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I like the cut of your jib, Sailor.

That's some cool thinking on your part, and I must concur.
 
Fallkniven PXL & GP. Both are made with model materials but have a classic look/lines IMHO.
 
Isn't an heirloom something that's been passed down through many generations, and not just one? Perhaps you have an old pocket knife hidden in your attic that used to belong to your Father? Grandfather? Great Grandfather? That would be an heirloom.

Anyways, without being technical, I'd say a nice slipjoint of your choice:thumbup:
 
Given the requirements I would probably go with Ti Military. I guess because I already have one. Do not get me wrong, it is still pretty impartial. I am not exactly a great fun of Spyderco Military myself (prefer carrying smaller knives). And I am not sure I want to keep to one knife for years to make it some kind of special...
I gave my son Opinel 8 (carbon steel) and Spyderco Tenacious a few years back for the start. I think he will have to buy the next knife himself. Well, unless he comes and asks.
 
Bullet proof and traditional, sounds like a Buck 110.
Personally I prefer the 112 but you did say large so the 110 fits the bill.
maybe a custom shop version to make it extra special.
 
Custom 110 definitely fits the bill...

Otherwise I would say something sort of exotic and a Ti framelock...ZT, Benchmade 761 or Vicar, Lionsteel sr1, manual Protech, Wilson Tactical RRX, Combative Edge g1, or Sebenza
 
Neat concept.
I inherited various nondescript pocket and utility knives from both my grandfather and my father when they passed away. Neither of them were collectors and both were attracted to practicality. As a consequence these are well worn curios that are languishing in the bottom of a drawer somewhere. Myself on the other hand having enjoyed the use of SAK Spartans for 51 years, so far, have made darn sure over the past decade to salt my daughters (I don't have any sons) with name-engraved SAKs of their choosing and given them lessons on use and sharpening. A proven-useful easy and cheaply replaceable knife (don't ask how many pocket knives I broke or lost as a kid) on your person, in your pocket, pack or purse has higher worth (complete with sentimentality) than any amount of vault queens, and I'm perfectly cognizant that not everyone out there is a knife nut, nor will covet something expensive.
 
If I had to select one knife that I own to last me the rest of my life, then without hesitation it would be my Busse Active Duty in the original Custom Shop configuration and thickness. Small enough to discreetly EDC, large enough for any chore except chopping, fixed blade for durability.
 
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