Need a new edc for work

[JoshFromOk]

Some pos stole my griptillian so I need a new knife. I run a steel erection crew so I'm cutting plastic bands, cardboard, insulation, sometimes wood. Nothing too crazy but it's often. I'd like something that's pretty nice but not something that other people will see and think wow I need paid more. Price range is 100-300

 

[Blues]

The Spyderco Gayle Bradley 2 in CPM Cru-Wear would be a great knife. Cru-Wear is a tough steel, holds a good edge and is relatively stain resistant. Right in the middle of your price range.

The Shaman would be another knife that could take some hard daily use.

 

[19-3ben]

Some pos stole my griptillian so I need a new knife. I run a steel erection crew so I'm cutting plastic bands, cardboard, insulation, sometimes wood. Nothing too crazy but it's often. I'd like something that's pretty nice but not something that other people will see and think wow I need paid more. Price range is 100-300

Spyderco Manix 2 lightweight, and they come in a bunch of steels, so you pick whichever steel you'd want for the tasks.

 

[luethge]

+ 1 for Cruwear.

I carried the D2 Adamas for about 7 years on job sites. That knife was treated like I hated it, never failed.

 

[Blues]

Another option might be the Demko AD 20 versions in a tool steel like 3V or Cru-Wear. At the price range you'd be looking at the ones made to their spec overseas.

They get good reviews but I only have one made in their shop at a higher price point. The "shark lock" is great.

 

[kobold]

The GB2 is a good recommendation, or the Hogue Ritter RSK if you miss your Griptilian. It's hard to tell which one can take more abuse.

 

[Riz!]

J JoshFromOk

Do you wear gloves a lot while you work?

 

[gentleman_edc]

I would go with a hogue deka if you want to stay with a crossbar lock.

 

[Riz!]

The Spyderco Military is the best I have ever used with gloves and is my all time favorite folder. As long as you are using it for cutting stuff and not prying or really twisting the blade its durable

I also second the Gayle Bradley 2 in Cru-wear but its a little more difficult to open and close with gloves.

I think the Spyderco Shaman is probably also a good choice as its a bit of a thicker blade stock

 

[kobold]

The Millie is great in gloves for me too. Most backlocks are also fine. I would avoid compression locks.

 

[Ikhnaton]

Manix 2 XL, works great with and without gloves with both hands

 

[el gigantor]

Manix 2 XL, works great with and without gloves with both hands

This is my suggestion too. It’s a beast!

 

[aue123]

just about any victorinox with scissors

 

[elevator man]

Delica 4 or endela in k390. No one will want to steal it. Kind of a sleeper knife

 

[Steely_Gunz]

My vote would be the Adams or Adams Mini. Cruwear, great action, tough.

 

[steelhead seeker]

I'll recommend something actually within the price range you gave, cold steel recon 1.

 

[Wolverine666]

Lots of good suggestions so far.

I vote GB2 , Military or Adamas.

 

[luethge]

 

[Mac in NH]

If you liked the Griptilian I’d go for a Benchmade Freek or Mini-Freek. Definitely an upgrade from the Griptilian and in your price range.

Cheers
Mac

 

[elde66]

Ritter/Hogue MK1-G2….great knife, the proceeds of which go to the Doug Ritter Knife Rights Organization.