Large tactical folder recommendations

[AfterDark]

I'm looking to get a larger folder for EDC. I am currently carrying an emerson that is shy of 4 inches. Does anyone have any recommendations for a quality larger sized folder that is over 4 inches and hopefully 5-6 inches?

I am looking at the rukus which is 4.25 inches. Are there other folders out there that feature blades between 4-6 inches? I wish they didn't have to discontinue the camillus CUDA MAXX. Thanks in advance.

Edit: Looking to spend between $100-$500.

 

[So-Lo]

How much are you going to spend?

 

[AfterDark]

Between $100-$500. It will be a late christmas gift for myself.

 

[tidefan]

Strider AR, GB, or SMF are high quality folders within your price range...

 

[Martin Swinkels]

http://www.truenorthknives.com/tnk_1mainframe.htm
http://www.newgraham.com/detail.aspx?ID=44351
http://www.newgraham.com/detail.aspx?ID=4627

 

[Lycosa]

Spyderco Military. Those lrg. folders are sell'n like hot cakes. It's a big folder but because of an excellent design, you'll hardly know it's in your pocket.

 

[powernoodle]

AfterDark: note that many large folders are configured for tip-down carry only, as the mass of the large blade tends to flip it open in your pocket if carried tip-up. If you are a "tip-up only" person, this is something to be aware of.

 

[Outdoors Fanatic]

- Benchmade Rukus
- Benchmade 710-D2
- Spyderco Manix
- Spyderco Military
- Zero Tolerance 0200

 

[AfterTFD]

If you're willing to spend that much why not get a custom from a maker here?

 

[cutter17]

It will be hard to beat the 610 Rukus for all it offers. I have a 610BK with some of the optional silver twill G-10 grips that I absolutely love to carry and use. This is a very stout and very utilitarian knife with it's flat ground drop point blade.:thumbup::thumbup:

 

[LOOKABIRD]

Definitely the Spyderco Military. The S90V model just came out and you can get it on knifecenter for $200. I would definitely suggest getting it

 

[HotSwat]

SOG Spec Elite II is really big and well made

 

[dtownknifekid]

I have the mini rukus and i love that knife; I am sure the full sized model could only be better.

 

[T.K.C.]

How about a large or extra large Mayo?
May I suggest that you look at Steeladdiction, True North Knives, Plaza Cutlery, Moore Custom Cutlery, Robertson Custom Cutlery, NC Blades and EDC Knives. These are all excellent custom knife purveyors!

 

[bill_G]

cold steel xl vaquero
CS X2 voyager
Cammilus Cuda Maxx 5.5" (discontinued). My favorite....D2 frame lock D. Ralph design Flipper knife.. Titanium. Goes for ~ $110-120 used.

 

[glockman99]

Eventho the blade is alittle shorter than what you are looking for, I suggest that you take a hard look at the Zero Tolerance ZT 0200. I carry one (I have a pair of 'em), and I wouldn't think of carrying anything else as my primary EDC.

 

[cdf]

Zt0200 , or Spydie Millie . Maybe a Strider SNG if you feel spendy . THe Millie is a joy to EDC , and a great utility cutter . Very much at home in the kitchen , or family picnic . My fave EDC is a Strider PT , I know its a small knife , but it doesnt seem to have got the word .

As always YMMV ,

Chris

 

[So-Lo]

plus one for the Mili.....its a great knife.

 

[jsp]

Spyderco Military, Emerson CQC12, Benchmade 710.

 

[PersianDamascus]

BM 710 BK, you know for those night missions