I know Im a little premature but...

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...Im going to be coming across there to the good old US of A skiing later this year and I need to get a knife (preferably folder less than 4 ins blade to keep it reasonably unassuming) to take along. I was hoping you guys could help me out. Here are the criteria

1- the handles must be something like kraton, G10 or FRN because of the cold I dont want metal on skin contact

2- It must be safe, there must be no chance at all of it opening in my pocket if I take a fall. This is by far the most important criteria. I have an old knife from west germany with a button on the pivot to lock it both open and closed. I dont know if any manufacturers still make this type of lock but it would be good if it could lock closed too like this

3- cost should be under $150, that will keep it affordable for me over here with inflated prices

4- I would prefer a good steel

5- good cutting power!

The main points are safety and no metal handles

Thanks for your input, as always Im open to any other suggestions you may have. I will probably be going to Colorado I dont know what the knife laws are like there...

Cheers guys :D
 
Although it doesn't have a lock that locks the blade closed, the Spyderco FRN Delica would be an excellent choice (VG-10 steel, 3 inch blade), and cost WAY under the $150 price-limit that you have set.

The Spyderco FRN Native would also be a good choice.
 
Originally posted by glockman99
Although it doesn't have a lock that locks the blade closed, the Spyderco FRN Delica would be an excellent choice (VG-10 steel, 3 inch blade), and cost WAY under the $150 price-limit that you have set.

The Spyderco FRN Native would also be a good choice.
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I've noticed that every time the opportunity comes along, at least one person reccomends the Spyderco Delica. It happens all the time. I don't have any particular attraction to that knife, but since it's so highly reccomended I think I might just have to buy one to see how I like it. Same with the Sebenza... but I'll put that one off until I have a little more money to throw around.
 
How about one of the BM 710 or 806? The G-10 scales are comfortable year 'round and they are excellent knives. The axis-lock doesn't lock the blade closed, but they do require that a bit of force be used to open the blade.

I've carried both and have never had a problem with premature opening.

Jubei
 
Originally posted by TheMightyGoat
I've noticed that every time the opportunity comes along, at least one person reccomends the Spyderco Delica. It happens all the time. I don't have any particular attraction to that knife, but since it's so highly reccomended I think I might just have to buy one to see how I like it. Same with the Sebenza... but I'll put that one off until I have a little more money to throw around.
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Huh......I was just thinking the same thing. Everytime you turn around, someone is recommending the Delica for something.
 
With the exception of some automatics and, of course, the balisong, I'm sort of at a loss to think of a folder that truly locks shut with some sort of positive locking mechanism.

(Balisongs have legal concerns and they usually have metal handles.)
 
I'd say anything from the spyderco clip it lineup with FRN handles. The Delica is awesome, probably my favorite. There's a whole bunch to choose from though so you could pick whatever blade/handle style you want. The lockbacks all have a fair amount of pressure from the back spring holding them closed, I've never had problems with them opening on accident.

Other option is to get a knife with an adjustable pivot and crank it down pretty tight while your skiing. Makes the action stiff and you can re adjust it when you get home.
 
I was thinking about one of the Cold Steel Voyager lockbacks, the bigger, the better, even one of the Gunsite's. For a knife to not open in the pocket, the closing bias of a lockback is most reassuring. The Voyager's I've beaten to death over many years are very slick pieces - fibre reinforced handles that will suit your demands. Most of the Spydies are good as well. CRKT M16's are tough as nails and there are all the new ones too. Most are under the $150USD mark, as far as I know. For the price, you could get 2 or even 3 in different sizes, combo edge etc.

Also, any chance of a 4inch fixed blade - many around and a lot quicker to access than a folder, although the sheath better be a good job. Jason.
 
My recollection and quick review on the net seems to indicate that 3.5 inches is the legal limit for folding knives in Colorado. "Switchblades" are also illegal which includes spring-opening blades and gravity knives which can be opened by flipping the blade and using blade momentum. I think there is also a butterfly knife issue.
 
Unless you are hunting, fishing or camping I think that a fixed blade needs to be under 3" in Colorado.
 
I agree with most anything on the Spyderco line. The Delicas and Enduras (bigger blade) are not the prettiest knives around but they are serious work knives that will never fail you. The handles have good grip, and are lightweight. The steel (in the newer models) is VG-10, one of my favorites because of good edge holding, corrosion resistance, and easy to maintain. The lock is a very sturdy lockback, and the blade has a large thumb hole for easy opening. All this for $50.
 
I would have to say either the Spyderco Delica or Endura. My Delica sees a lot of use.

Paul
 
I hear you can't have a lockback in England, so if that is the case, I'd buy something inexpensive (disposable) or something without a lockback. Colorado is home to Spyderco so I would think that one would be able to find something by Spyderco that will fit your needs, whatever your requirements are, for a good price.
 
CRKT Bladelock for something that locks in the closed position.

Not sure how much of your other criteria it fills though.
 
This has Zytel scales, locks open and closed BY THE THUMBSTUD, and has a blade of 2.75 inches. The steel is AUS6M, so you can sharpen it pretty easily.


PS?Why does CRKT put such cheap steels in their blades? All exept for a few select medels have AUS6M.
 
quote:I've noticed that every time the opportunity comes along, at least one person reccomends the Spyderco Delica. :end quote.

I'd venture a guess that the reason for this is that Spyderco knives,the FRN Endura and Delica in particular,are some of the best "bang for the buck" knives produced.I'll have to go along with most posters above ,not knowing Colo. knife regs.,that the Delica would be the best way to go.Now comes the toughest decision,which blade configuration??Good luck.tom.:confused:
 
I believe I read somewhere that Colorado has <3.5 inch knife laws. If so, I would suggest the Delica VG10 in serrated edge. If the laws permit larger blades, then it would have to be the Endura VG10 SE. Both are under $50.

Serrated so that it'll cut ropes, webbing, fabric like butter and most importantly, so you don't have to worry about sharpening the thing for a long, long time. You can concentrate fully on the skiing.

You can use the remaining $100 to buy food and beer for us here instead!:D ;)
 
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