Knife suggestions for myself for @ $200

lmao the OP said no flippers and people continue to recommend ZT 0562.

I concur KW exclusive BM 810 with M390 steel @$140. Also Spyderco Military should be on the top.
 
I like the Manix2 XL but I thought there was some persistent issue with blade play. I could be wrong.
 
Any of these will make you happy:
Shaman
BM 551
Victorinox Hunter pro
BM Rift
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Buck 110.
Not a flipper, nor "assisted opening".
Closed length is 5 inches.
You can carry tip up or down in the included belt sheath.
You can add a stud or bar for one hand opening.
You won't feel its megar 7.4 ounces on your belt.
If you want S30V and/or a different handle material, (several choices are available) the Buck Custom shop can build you what you want from the available options.
If you want CPM154, SK Blades has a couple SFO's
For 51600 there is Copper and Clad's SFO's.

All Buck knives have an unbeatable forever warranty, and their customer support is second to none.

All will cost well under your $200 limit, so you can get a couple large pizza and a 12 pack of your favorite adult beverage, and probably have enough for some gas in your car/pickup/minivan/SUV/motorcycle, or scooter/moped, if you choose to do so.
 
afishhunter said:
Buck 110.
Not a flipper, nor "assisted opening".
Closed length is 5 inches.
You can carry tip up or down in the included belt sheath.
You can add a stud or bar for one hand opening.
You won't feel its megar 7.4 ounces on your belt.
If you want S30V and/or a different handle material, (several choices are available) the Buck Custom shop can build you what you want from the available options.
If you want CPM154, SK Blades has a couple SFO's
For 51600 there is Copper and Clad's SFO's.

All Buck knives have an unbeatable forever warranty, and their customer support is second to none.

All will cost well under your $200 limit, so you can get a couple large pizza and a 12 pack of your favorite adult beverage, and probably have enough for some gas in your car/pickup/minivan/SUV/motorcycle, or scooter/moped, if you choose to do so.
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I like your style :thumbsup:

That 110 Elite Automatic looks sweet too.
 
Wolverine666 said:
The AD-10 looks like a nice beast of a knife. And the Manix2 DLC is a classic blacked out edc. I want them both.
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The AD10 is well finished, smooth and definitely a beast. Anything larger than XL hands and the grip length gets a little snug but not bad. The grip is superb. The best Cold Steel I’ve handled.
The Manix 2 XL fits my 2x hands perfectly. Very ergonomic as you can imagine, but takes up a lot of pocket.
 
No flipper because you can't have one? Or you want an alternative? My Freeman 451 folder opens fine with the thumb groove/dent/hole/recess. If you don't own one, you (arguably) should. I suppose you could grind the flipper tab off; but the blade's coated.
 
number9 said:
No flipper because you can't have one? Or you want an alternative? My Freeman 451 folder opens fine with the thumb groove/dent/hole/recess. If you don't own one, you (arguably) should. I suppose you could grind the flipper tab off; but the blade's coated.
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I just don’t like flippers. Hate the tab. But I like coated blades
 
I just sold my user BM Adamas that I got a good deal on. When you consider the Adamas is $200 new, I think you can get more knife somewhere else. I had no problems with mine but I think it is overpriced for D2 steel. The KW BM Contego with M390 for $140 that H HopalongCassidy mentioned is a much better deal imo for essentially the same size knife. I would consider buying it but I just bought the KW BM Grizzly Ridge exclusive which is a great knife but a tad small given your specs.

1. KW BM Contego M390
2a.CS AD10
2b. You could even do the CS AD15 if the look appeals to you. I have no experience with the Scorpion lock.
3. Spyderco Phillips Kapara
 
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Listed below are (IMO):
Adamas: :thumbsup:, but chucky pocket carry.
EX01: :thumbsup:, but blade heavy.
PM2: :thumbsup:, but nothing...IT'S PERFECTION! :cool:
Shaman...love to try one, but that nub coming up on the lock would irk me. :(
Hogue Doug Ritter: :thumbsup:, but: see PM2

I don't like speaking on autos cuz I don't like em. OTF's are a different animal.
Only autos I've owned are the Kershaw Knockout, Cryo I, Cryo II & some SOG POG. Think I would have kept the Knockout if I'd have de-assisted it.
 
Another vote for the AD10. Could also check out the AD15...basically the same blade with different handle/lock.
 
Spyderco Shaman or Buck 110
Both knifes are tough,
Both knifes have great ergos.
Both have great blades.
Both knifes are classics and have been around a long time.
 
HopalongCassidy said:
That Knifeworks exclusive Benchmade Contego in M390 steel is $140.
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That looks cool. Is that the exact same profile as 940? It seems the handle are thicker than regular 940 from the pic, is that true?

After holiday shopping, I am getting a shy pocket, but this is really appealing...
 
superpog said:
That looks cool. Is that the exact same profile as 940? It seems the handle are thicker than regular 940 from the pic, is that true?

After holiday shopping, I am getting a shy pocket, but this is really appealing...
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Same blade shape but a much bigger knife. Longer, wider. Carries remarkably well for a big knife
 
You missed the thanksgiving sales, a ZT0562TI could be found for as low as $180 and at most places at 200-220. This’ll be my #1 recommendation.

Without special discount here’s some good one:
Benchmade 551-1
Benchmade Carbon Fiber Griptilian from DLT trading($199 right now)
Benchmade Super Freek
Hogue Ritter RSK MK1 G2
Cold Steel AD10
Cold Steel AD15
Cold Steel Lawman + Ultimate Hunter for around $150 combined
Spyderco Shaman/Manix2/Para2
ZT0562TS(cutlery shopped has it for $167)
ZT0393GLCF(you can still find them for $200)
 
Another vote here for the Knifeworks M390 Contego. Well worth the price at $139.95, it used to go for over $200. Looks like it’s on close out now, better get one before it’s all gone..
 
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