I have a very specific set of... erm... Needs.

[JarrodS]

You just described the ZT 0770CF, one of my favorite EDCs.

 

[Dacus_Nomadic]

Benchmade Axis 300 Flipper.

 

[aguila327]

As stated, a ZT variant should fit the bill. However, tip-up carry with a flipper is generally not the best idea (unless you're carrying it off-handed or back pocket). Think about it... Just sayin'!

Tip up is the only way to carry a flipper.

 

[aquaman67]

Hi all,

First post here so hope I'm in the right section.

I'm looking for a good EDC folder but I can't find anything that's exactly to my needs.

Said needs:

• Quality steel
• Flipper/assisted opening
• Locking
• Deep pocket carry
• Tip-up carry capable
• Reasonably wide blade
• Plain edge (prefer a drop or spear point, and nothing too tacticool!)

I will consider non-flippers as long as opening is easy and positive.

Budget is up to, say, $300. Getting blades imported to this side of the pond from the States is ruinously expensive thanks to the rip-off merchants at 'Her Majesty's Revenue And Customs' but I've learned to live with it

Or should I go custom?

This checks all your boxes



Benchmade 300-1

There's a green / black version if you prefer. Or a tan / sand version.

I like the blue.

 

[PURPLEDC]

Tip up is the only way to carry a flipper.

Agreed. A tip down flipper is when disaster strikes. The only way I would do tip down carry on a flipper is if it had a detent from hades or a lock that prevented it from opening which most do not have.

 

[PURPLEDC]

a ZT0801 would fit your needs nicely. If the deep carry clip isnt a must you should look at Reate knives. Very nice build quality and very low prices for what you get. You may even be able to swap the clip out.

 

[Riz!]

How big of a knife do you want to carry? See as how you are in England a smaller knife may he a better idea and the ZT566 or 770 would work well. They also have deep carry clips that make them more inconspicuous.

 

[Riz!]

Also for just over 100 there is a nice premium verilsion of the kershaw skyline on bladehq.com. Its s30v and carbon fiber

 

[tiguy7]

Check out the Benchmade 940-1. It has a Carbon fiber handle and an S-90-V blade. It can be flipped open and shut.

 

[daizee]

If you're looking for something in the 3" range the Kershaw Camber fits most of your requirements as well, I believe.

The camber checks every box.

 

[Porschephile]

Agreed. A tip down flipper is when disaster strikes. The only way I would do tip down carry on a flipper is if it had a detent from hades or a lock that prevented it from opening which most do not have.

A DETENT FROM HADES, LORD OF THE UNDERWORLD.

He has really branched out since I did Classics.

Ha, in other news I have a ZT coming this way from The States, you guys are fabulous.

Yes, fabulous. There. I said it.

 

[Krissig12]

Agreed. A tip down flipper is when disaster strikes. The only way I would do tip down carry on a flipper is if it had a detent from hades or a lock that prevented it from opening which most do not have.

Back right pocket also works well.

 

[Furious_Toast]

Take a look at the Benchmade model 300 axis flipper, it's a solid knife that meets your specs

 

[jfk1110]

If spyderco is easily accessible look a t the vallotin subhilt. Awesome knife flicks open quick as he'll with hole or studs