Looking for EDC blade suggestions

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taketheshot

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I am looking for an EDC knife. Doesn't need to be anything too fancy and I don't want to spend more than $100. I would like it to have a thumb stud to open and it can be assisted opening or not as long as it is pretty easy to open. I can't have any automatic knives in my state so none of those. Blade length around 3-3.5 inches would be good. I dont really care about steel except that I don't want it to rust really easily. I prefer frame lock and all metal handle. Here are some pictures of the type of blades I like.
http://ep.yimg.com/ay/knifeart/benchmade761-1.jpg
http://ep.yimg.com/ay/knifeart/benchmade-485-valet-axis-lock-with-m390-steel-1.jpg
http://ep.yimg.com/ay/knifeart/glorious-1.jpg

I can find countless blades that look very similar to this from benchmade/chris reeve but am having a hard time finding something similar in a more reasonable price range.
 
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H&K 14715 or 14716 would probably fit the bill pretty well. I'd also recommend looking at the Spyderco Manix 2 and the Buck 830 Marksman.
 
those knives do look pretty good. I will definitely look into them more but I'm not a huge fan of the black steel tbh!
 
taketheshot said:
update: after some research I have found a couple options
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61ovLwqnVSL._SL1500_.jpg
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31Hh6nM2IAL.jpg
However the second is only $30 and I would love to find a similar knife for more expensive with better quality steel/handle overall.
I would still really appreciate any more suggestions you guys have!
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The Code 4 in XHP is an excellent high value option. Another company that offers a lot of bang for your buck is Kizer Cutlery. Take a look at the Tomcat and Walkabout as well as some of their numbered options. The more recent collaborations are out of your price range, but they have a number of other offerings that will score you S35VN for right around your price range.
 
If you prefer framelocks, check out the Kizer offerings... They're made in china, but much higher quality then typical mass produced Chinese "junk" knives; and they offer premium steels and designs in a more affordable price range, many of which are framelocks w/ flippers. Some may be just out if your price range but others like the ki4421should be right there.

CRKT ripple, Swindle, fossil, and g.s.d. collaborations all fit the bill as well, or even the CRKT Pazoda for about $20 is not a bad knife for the price... One of my favorite cheap folders.
 
Thanks for the suggestions guys! I am currently looking through kizer cutlery knives and many of them look like exactly what I am looking for!
 
What about the Cold Steel CODE 4 or the Cold Steel Swift I..? :D
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taketheshot said:
I am looking for an EDC knife. Doesn't need to be anything too fancy and I don't want to spend more than $100. I would like it to have a thumb stud to open and it can be assisted opening or not as long as it is pretty easy to open. I can't have any automatic knives in my state so none of those. Blade length around 3-3.5 inches would be good. I dont really care about steel except that I don't want it to rust really easily. I prefer frame lock and all metal handle. Here are some pictures of the type of blades I like.
http://ep.yimg.com/ay/knifeart/benchmade761-1.jpg
http://ep.yimg.com/ay/knifeart/benchmade-485-valet-axis-lock-with-m390-steel-1.jpg
http://ep.yimg.com/ay/knifeart/glorious-1.jpg

I can find countless blades that look very similar to this from benchmade/chris reeve but am having a hard time finding something similar in a more reasonable price range.
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Here are 3 to consider:
[video=youtube;3oG73wfzBjU]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oG73wfzBjU&list=PLGZ-496uXQpJvN5k4Hyzuw7-I-rfYpulb[/video]
taketheshot said:
Thanks for the suggestions guys! I am currently looking through kizer cutlery knives and many of them look like exactly what I am looking for!
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