Need a s30v steel and g10 handle folder

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Anything, if Spydecos are my only option tell me, must be made in USA, and under 150 thanks :]
 
There are a bunch. If you dont mind micarta mixed with your G10 then I would recomend the Benchmade Mini-Rukus. Two others that come to mind are the Spyderco Para and the Kershaw G10 s30v Leek. I am going to get my BM 930 Kulgera in the mail soonish and if i remember i'll tell you how i like it.
 
BM Mini Dejavoo. S30V blade G10 handles beautiful design - online price less than $100.

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Kershaw Leek 1660G10 - 3 in.
Kershaw Avalanche 1570 or 1570ST - 3 1/8 in.
Kershaw Spec Bump 1596 - 3 5/8 in.
 
Mantis Chaos S30V Combat Tactical Extrema

(I second this one) Benchmade 930 Kulgera Osborne Axis Lock

Spyderco Chinook 3 lockback
 
Full size dejavoo is a great knife too. Benchmade 710 McHenry & Williams is one of the all time classics and very easy carrying as well.

Chinook and Manix are rock solid but carry a lot larger in the pocket.
 
DRider said:
Full size dejavoo is a great knife too. Benchmade 710 McHenry & Williams is one of the all time classics and very easy carrying as well.
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That one uses D2. The 707 is the same design, I believe, save for the fact that it uses... oh, that uses 154CM; never mind.

Some USA-made S30V folders that come to mind:

Most of the Benchmade Osborne 9x0 series (930 Kulgera, 940)

Spyderco models, such as the Manix and Caly 3, I think.
 
Since kneedeep has covered the Kershaw bases, I'll suggest either the Blade-Tech MLEK or Pro Hunter (not the lites)...blades are S30V with handles available in black, orange or green G10 (or carbon fiber at more expense)...great knives, when you can find them! :thumbup:

Ray :)
 
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THG said:
Spyderco models, such as the Manix and Caly 3, I think.
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The Caly 3 is VG10 (or ZDP189 & CF) and made in Japan. The UKPK is S30V & G10, but it's a slippie. Spyderco's Paras and Millies are G10, S30V, and US made. You should be able to get either one for under $150.
 
As dalefuller said, the Caly3 is VG10 or ZDP-189, not Crucible CPM S30V, and is manufactured in Japan. I highly recommend the Spyderco Military, perhaps my favorite folding knife of all time. My EDC out of the many I have is a fully serrated, S30V/G10 variant that has handled the trials of all my outdoor adventures since I joined Scouting and still looks brand new except pocket clip wear. It is an absolutely fantastic knife that combines cutting power, cutting precision, edge retention, toughness, and aesthetics (ergonomics) into a lightweight, succinct, excellent package. I can't tell you enough good things about the design of the Military. :D
 
dtownknifekid said:
There are a bunch. If you dont mind micarta mixed with your G10 then I would recomend the Benchmade Mini-Rukus. Two others that come to mind are the Spyderco Para and the Kershaw G10 s30v Leek. I am going to get my BM 930 Kulgera in the mail soonish and if i remember i'll tell you how i like it.
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+1 for the Benchmade Mini-Rukus!
 
Too many to list

Check out the benchmade and spyderco websites. You can search for blade material and handle material on them. Then you can pick the knife size and style that best suits your needs and is most asthetically pleasing to you. I recommend both of these companies.
 
Teague said:
Mantis Chaos S30V Combat Tactical Extrema
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I've owned the fixed blade version of this knife and a couple of others. They are fairly nice, but they are not US made. The owner of the company ignored my question on CoO, when replying to another question from me, and didn't seem to have a lot of knowledge about the knife the question was regarding (This was when they had only a few models). I've seen them listed as being made in China, and I imagine this is the case.

They do have an "Unconditional Lifetime Warranty" though.
 
The SPYDERCO MANIX meets your requirements. It's a great quality folder.
My only complaint is that it's a bit heavy in the pocket. I keep mine clipped
to my pack and have found it to be an excellent camp knife.
 
THG said:
That one uses D2. The 707 is the same design, I believe, save for the fact that it uses... oh, that uses 154CM; never mind.

Some USA-made S30V folders that come to mind:

Most of the Benchmade Osborne 9x0 series (930 Kulgera, 940)

Spyderco models, such as the Manix and Caly 3, I think.
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I wish they'd get around to making a Caly 3 in S30V. For some reason, they only use S30V on the UK Pen Knife. Seems like it would be an easy transition.
 
Lone Wolf T-1. 3.25" $30V blade and a 4.00" G-10 handle. Easily under $90.:thumbup:
 
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