Help me choose an edc

[senoBDEC]

One of your best options is to simply look at the variety of EDC topics (use "search this forum" in the top right corner).

Things to keep in mind:
1. Budget: flexible up and down or fairly rigid?
2. Intended/forseeable use: light urban EDC versus overbuilt folding prybar? Modern or traditional (i.e. one-handed opening versus two-handed).
3. Priorities: similar to above but rank your wants and needs. a pure slicer that isn't fun to flick around or a "toy" so you can flip it constantly while watching the tube? How strong of a lock (if applicable)? Weight? Size? Cutting edge length? Blade geometry?

I like Opinels, Douk Douks and the K-55 Mercator for the traditional one-blade folders.

For modern try looking at the Spyderco Delica, Caly 3 or 3.5, Dragonfly, Chapparral, Sage 1, and Paramilitary 2. Kershaw has some great folders in about half your price limit. For ultralight try the Skyline or Chill.

 

[worshipbass12]

Wow, thanks for all the responses!!! I am leaning towards the benchmade 555hg but i have to say those kizer knives are gorgeous, i may have to get one of those as well

 

[Prophetic]

I would have initially suggested a ZT0566 but that's very similar in design to the Cryo that you said you don't like. My second suggestion would be a Paramilitary 2. You can find one for ~$100 in the exchange and it's got most of what you're looking for (it's not assisted) and doesn't really have any of your dislikes.

You won't find a new para 2 for $100 they go for about $140 right now

 

[jon1all]

I'll add a couple more Cold Steels to the list...
Code 4
American Lawman

Also if you like AO there are several Kershaws:
Piston
Blur
Knockout
Camber
Thermite
Cryo2

 

[hank_612]

No doubt about this answer...it's correct. But trying to resharpen one of the s90 or S110v, you're gonna need diamonds to get it done in a decent amount of time.

S110v can be maintained with the sharpmaker. I use my msnix 2 lw frequently and the brown sharpmaker stones do a fine.