I think Endura is one of the best all around knife for the price and size. I vote Kershaw Knockout as second. For Kershaw, you can get replacement blade for $10 and free sharpening & return shipping. One of the best service you can get in mass production knife. I hope you find your Benchmade.
How does the 14C28N steel on the knockout compare to the s30v on the Buck or the VG10 on the spyderco.