Need a new daily carry

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I've been switching on and off between my Delica, Rescue Jr. and CS medium voyager tanto. I'm tired of them for the time being and need a new carry. Can anyone suggest folders under $100?
Plain, serrated, 50/50 are all okay.
I'm trying to stay away from exotic designs that look like they came from some far away place.
 
I carry a CRKT Apache II plain edge, I love it, it works hard and is very nice to hold.
They are fairly priced a very underrated knife if you ask me.

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Always More......

 
Since you are obviously a fan of the Spydie hole (I am too), how about an AFCK in M-2? Or a Starmate?
 
My next <$100.00 folder is going to be the BM720, the aluminium handled Pardue Axis lock.

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James Segura
San Francisco, CA


 
I carry a Coldsteel 5" Tanto Voyager. Mine has the 50/50 blade. It's mostly utility, but also makes a good backup for my pistol. Previously, I went with the Bemchmade AFCK @ 4" but found it a bit small for some tasks.

mosh
 
As your old users have pretty different blade shapes I suggest three differet knives that I circle. All are available with less than 100$. All are made of good steel and offered in plain and serrated / 50/50 blade.

Spyderco Calypso jr ltwt - some belly and sharp point, flat grind, lock back. This is truly ambidextrous tip down knife.
Kershaw Starkey Ridge - lots of belly and still extremely pointy, hollow grind, liner lock.
Kershaw Mini Task - wharncliffe blade, hollow grind, liner lock with fabulous speed safe mechanism.

If I should pick only one?? I couldn't answer.

 
stjames got the idea with the BM Pardue Axis lock.This is a solid knife and about the size as the knives you've been carrying.
scott w
 
I just bought a Benchmade 720 axis lock. Nicely made and the texture aluminum handles give a good grip.
 
Try the new Columbia River made Kit Carson large model. This one will put a smile on your face as you use it. The downside is you will want to buy a custom Carson and there is a two year wait for those...

Waldo
 
How about a BF Native? I sure love mine.

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Walk in the Light,
Hugh


 
In no particular order I'd choose one of the following:

- CRKT M-16 or Wharncliffe Mirage (you could actually get BOTH for that $100...)
- BM 720
- Spyderco Starmate

Jon
 
I would recommend one of the following: The Naitve (any style), Spyderco Standard, Benchmade Pardue 350, or Benchmade Mini Axis Lock 705.
 
Thanks for the replies.
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I've had my eye on Benchmade. Most of the replies had the either the 710 or 720 Axis Lock on it.
Can anyone tell me how reliable this lock is?
Whatever happened to the Spydie Military? It's a bit over my budget but still considering it along with the Benchmades.
 
Well, my 710 very reliable. I haven't had it long enough to be able to really comment although it's atleast as reliable as my AFCK. The Axis Lock mechanism is new and still hasn't proven that it will last for years and years. Not sure why it wouldn't, but...

Military is still around and is an excellent knife. Like you said, it's out of the price range though.

My advice: Find a 710 and 720, handle them both and see which one feels better. They are both excellent knives.

Jon

 
I think you'd love a Military. I certainly am pleased with mine. I've had it for a few weeks now, and it's a great knife. It is large, but not unweildy and it carries very easily. The steel is great, and so is the flat grind. Some guys seem to be smitten with the Axis lock, and I'm sure it's a fine knife. But my Military has a superb liner lock that is quite reliable. You might try MJ&S knives online ( www.mjsknives.com ) -- that's where I bought mine. You might be able to stay in your price range and still get a great knife.

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Chris

"We Don't Rent Pigs" --Augustus McCrae

"I won't abide rude behavior in a man." -- Woodrow Call


 
I now carry a Spyderco Wayne Goddard Lightweight in plain edge. It is the first "lightweight" knife that I have carried and I really like it.
 
I always recommend people own fewer good knives. From the heart, I'd recommend saving your money to buy something really special. That way you won't get tired of these knives. Just relax, wait, take your time, save some bucks and buy a nice custom or something of very high production quality like a Chris Reeve. You won't regret it.

I've learned that lesson myself the hard way. I have drawerful (60 or 70) of run of the mill knives that I use only rarely. Why? I'm spoiled by truly great knives and really do appreciate the difference. So will you if you give it a try.

I realize it wasn't what you asked. It's my best suggestion, though.

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Fred
Knife Outlet
http://www.knifeoutlet.com


 
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