Hey everyone, I have a serious question.

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Ok, let me introduce myself. My name is Reckon. I'm new here, and I hope to stay for a long time.

My question is, I want to start a hobby, I other than my coin collection I was thinking of knives. They are so interesting, I can see why you guys love them so much. The beauty of the blade grabs me, so here I am making this topic.

Ok, I don't have a knife yet. I was hoping to start off cheap at first. I'm willing to spend 10$ to 20$ on a knife, maybe a tad bit more, not sure yet.

What would be a good manufacture? Can I get a decent blade for a price as low as this?

Thank you for your time! I appreciate! :D
 
Reckon,
Welcome to BF's
Yes you can get many knives for 10 to 20 dollars,well maybe not many,but there are a few for that range
One knife comes to mind right away,the Kabar Dozier folder AUS8 SS blade,a lockback,perfect all around size.There are knife dealers right here in the knife exchange section,look at Dealers for sale.

There are many knives out there,a whole world of them.You should read around in these sub forums here,look at pictures & get the feel for what you want to check out
Good luck & Happy Holidays Knife collecting is really cool
-Vince
 
Hi,

Welcome! What to get for a first knife? The right one is the one you like. What it might cost depends on where you are in this world, (in some places things cost more or are legally unavailable).

So you need to help us help you by giving us a little more information. do you like fixed knives, folder types, slip-joint, or even kitchen knives all have devoted collectors here.

dalee
 
Welcom to the Forums
Since you are new to knives and have such a limited buget, I would suggest starting out with a Victorinox or wegner swiss army knife (the real kind not cheap chinese coppies). They actually come pretty sharp, have good quality control, and they are quite easy to sharpen when the need arises. Not to mention, they have other tools becides the knife. If you are willing to go slightly over your budget, you could get a spyderco ladybug. Its small(problem?), sharp(much more than the Swiss army knife), locking(so you wont close it on your fingers, relatively easy to sharpen, and it is small enough to easily go on your keychain. It can be found for about 25 dollars on websites like www.newgraham.com and www.knifecenter.com; you will still have to pay more for shipping though. I hope this helps.
 
Thanks guys, I'll take everyone's decision into recommendation. I'm going to check around this place to see if I find anything.


Like I said, I appreciate it.
 
Welcome to the forums. You may want to check out the "production knives for sale" category in the exchange section. Sometimes you can get decent used knives in your price range that sell new for quite a bit more. I've seen good prices on swiss army knives, spyderco, CRKT, and others.
 
I would recommend a Buck 110. IMHO, not a high quality knife by any means, but a good starter, and if you ruin it you're only out $25-$30.

Then save your money and buy Lansky Crock Sticks or a Spyderco Sharpmaker and learn how to keep a "razor blade" edge on it. :)

Then you'll be hooked!:D
 
Hello, Reckon.

The success of your quest for a knife in your price range depends on a few things. If you appreciate the beauty of a hardworking, functional knife, you can't go wrong with a mora or an Opinel. If you are looking for something made from exotic, beautiful, or decorative materials, you're going to have trouble finding something in that price range. It may be that you suggested that price range because you had no idea what knives cost; if that's the case, you have a lot of options. If you really can't afford anything else (and there's no shame in that, who can these days?) then you may want to either save up or learn to appreciate a quality, value knife like the mora. It is not, by any means, made for its looks, but it is a highly functional blade that is well worth the money. You can get them at Ragweed Forge on the net.

Look around here on the forums; I've learned a lot since joining here a while ago. Also, search the internet and learn everything you can about knives. They're really one of the most amazing inventions mankind has ever come up with.

Good luck,

Frosty
 
Your money will go farther if you buy something on sale. Watch for Victorinox or Wenger closeouts for example - bought a bunch for $2-$7 each a couple years ago.

Opinel makes great knives for ~$6 each, available in many different sizes and a couple of different styles. The Opinel Garden Folder is on my personal "wanted" list, $7 at Smoky Mountain.

Ragweed Forge, as mentioned, has many Mora knives to choose from in the sub-$20 range. The Mora #1 is a fantastic tool for $10.50.

By coincidence, my daily carry knife happens to cost exactly $20, the AG Russell Hunters Scalpel. Not only for hunting, it's an excellent utility knife with good quality materials. Check out the Woodswalker and Ultimate Pen Knife also while at AG's website, $20 each.
 
Smoky mountain has lots of Old hickorys for less than $10.00, Good 1095 steel,then dig up yourself an old piece of nice leather,like from an old boot or something,And learn to make your own sheath and do your own sharpening. Fun way to start a new hobby. Be Carefull !!!
 
Reckon,
Welcome to BF. Hang on to your wallet.
Lurk around a bit more before you jump in. A couple of things you should decide before "jumping" into this "hobbie". I started out 69 folders ago with a Buck 110 in the USN. I've sold/traded more knives than I have now. I am not a collector, all my knives get used. Some more often than others. Now I am more into Slippies than modern knives. I have one knife made in China.
Several roads you can take.
Collector or a user or both
Folders or Fixed blades or both
Modern blades or Slippies or both
Presentation knives or production knives or both
Custom made knives or production knives or both
Again hang on to your wallet.

First knive suggestion. Go to Lowe's and get a Case Jr Sodbuster for about $18.00. Great knife, it is a user.
 
Reckon said:
Ok, let me introduce myself. My name is Reckon. I'm new here, and I hope to stay for a long time.

My question is, I want to start a hobby, I other than my coin collection I was thinking of knives. They are so interesting, I can see why you guys love them so much. The beauty of the blade grabs me, so here I am making this topic.

Ok, I don't have a knife yet. I was hoping to start off cheap at first. I'm willing to spend 10$ to 20$ on a knife, maybe a tad bit more, not sure yet.

What would be a good manufacture? Can I get a decent blade for a price as low as this?

Thank you for your time! I appreciate! :D
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Reckon, if you're just starting out, and want to collect some good knives without spending alot of money, take a look at the simple working knives from some coutries. The Opinel from France was mentioned, and is a great cutter for a low dollar amount. The Mercator K55 from Germany is also a good cutting knife. The Douk-Douk, Okapi, and Mora's are all good. Like was said, Ragnars Ragweed Forge is a great place to pick up good solid working knives on a budjet. And most of those knives will preform as well if not better than alot of high end knives. Some of the scandinavian puuko knives are second to none. Jarvenpaa, Roselli, EKA, Frosts and Erikson knives with the mora blades are exellent.

Go to the Ragweed Forge and look around, Ragnar some great stuff. Good guy to deal with too!

Also Smoky Mountain Knife works has a good selection of Victorinox knives. Some of the more basic models are priced very reasonable.
 
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Reckon -
Welcome to the forums. Enjoy your time here. There are a number of good knives that you can get for that amount as your fellow forumites suggested above. As with most of us user / collectors / accumulators, the fun is looking for that perfect knife. The holy grail or Excalibur. :D ;) Enjoy the ride, and prepare yourself to be entertained!!! :) :)
 
The truest and best advice I've ever heard about knife collecting is to collect what you like. What type of knife appeals to you? I'm just sort of a general collector, and my stuff ranges all over the place with regard to make, style, age, price range, etc. --but they're knives I like. Some are users and some are safe queens. Some people specialize in brands or types of knives.

You don't always have to buy expensive knives, but don't buy junk, either. The Byrd knives, previously mentioned, seem like good buys for what they are. Rough Rider slipjoints are not bad for the money, and I think that, for the money, Smith and Wesson makes some decent products.

The Buck 110 already mentioned is a good place to start also. Everybody needs a couple.
 
Reckon, if you're just starting out, and want to collect some good knives without spending alot of money, take a look at the simple working knives from some coutries. The Opinel from France was mentioned, and is a great cutter for a low dollar amount. The Mercator K55 from Germany is also a good cutting knife. The Douk-Douk, Okapi, and Mora's are all good. Lie was said, Ragnars Ragweed Forge is a great place to pick up good solid working knives on a budjet. And most of those knives will prefform as well if not better than alot of high end knives. Some of the scandinavian puuko knives are second to none. Jarvenpaa, Roselli, EKA, Frosts and Erikson knives with the mora blades are exellent.

Go to the Ragweed Forge and look around, Ragnar some great stuff. Good guy to deal with too!

Also Smoky Mountain Knife works has a good selection of Victorinox knives. Some of the more basic models are priced very reason

Really good advice.
 
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