Basically I want to get a post going for quality US made knives for $40 and under. Whatever your reasons, post up what you know - I'll get us started with a short list but a good start:
Spyderco Native - My current recommendation
Kershaw Skyline
Buck 110
What else you got?
Spyderco Native - My current recommendation
Kershaw Skyline
Buck 110
What else you got?