Looking for a new high end folder for 2024.

Like others here, I think the Spartan SHF would be a good fit. They would be a the bottom of your price range. But they only come with thumbstuds. Your OP didn't specify a preference. Great "entry level" between all these mentioned. I personally love them and have several.

Take a good look at Curtiss when you're shopping and ready to buy. There are many dealers that have a good variety available. I think the "Large" fits your criteria, better than the "Medium". Any they mostly come with flippers and in Magnacut, titanium scales, etc. They check all the boxes in this situation. Definitely stout!

While I love AB iMambas and have several, in my opinion, they are not really "hard-use".

There are many great mentions for suggestions. However, many of the brands mentioned are few and far in between as far as being in stock. Spartans and Curtiss have plenty around.
 
Wharn said:
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I bought this AD20 in Magnacut recently and have neglected all of my other modem folders. I bought some Spydercos, ZTs and even a Zaan and they have just sat NIB because I’m not motivated to open them with this around.
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That looks really good with the swedge, I don’t think I’ve ever seen an AD20 exactly like that.
What do they call that particular blade shape?
 
tony281sc2 said:
That looks really good with the swedge, I don’t think I’ve ever seen an AD20 exactly like that.
What do they call that particular blade shape?
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It is a National Knives exclusive blade shape. They call it a spear point.
 
Blues said:
I actually had helped Rob come up with that design for his exclusive. Great guy and I'm glad it has been a success for him and National Knives.
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Wow that’s awesome. It’s quickly become possibly my all time favorite modern folder. The grinds on the spear point are very well done. National Knives is also one of the best, so you can’t beat a Demko and National Knives collaboration. I like it even more now that I know you also had input in it.
 
You can sometimes find shirogorov from exchange that fits the budget. They are good to go.
 
Todays carry, coolbreezy37 coolbreezy37 …

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BTW, is customized Spyderco out ? I have Shaman + Manix XL in Cruwear with the outstanding Rockscale Ti scales … I like them at least as much as my Demkos, Hinderers, etc. When it comes to cutting performance, Heat-treat, and lock safety, they are on top of the heap.

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ferider said:
Todays carry, coolbreezy37 coolbreezy37 …

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BTW, is customized Spyderco out ? I have Shaman + Manix XL in Cruwear with the outstanding Rockscale Ti scales … I like them at least as much as my Demkos, Hinderers, etc. When it comes to cutting performance, Heat-treat, and lock safety, they are on top of the heap.

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Is that a Flak Jack?? That is beautiful! I’d rather have that than any folder.
 
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