Need help w/ new knife.

Strictly from your list, I would say either the Manix LW S110V (if you got the cash, might as well get the better steel) or the Griptilian. Why?

Manix: One of the bigger debates is always Manix vs PM2. You obviously like the PM2, but the Manix is a very different knife in terms of pretty much everything. The width in pocket and jimping everywhere is something you have to experience for yourself to get an idea, plus the different lock. This will go ahead and shore up the debate for you.

Griptilian: You don't have a Benchmade and might as well see what they're about. I don't think the Griptilian line really sums up Benchmade well (minus axis lock) like I think the Delica/Endura or maybe PM2 sums up Spyderco. IMO the Griptilian is a lot different than Benchmade's other offerings, but they're still good, EDC working knives.
 
Jack3dBrett said:
I never really considered the 940 due to its hefty price, but now im seriously considering it. It is such a beautiful knife.
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Gonna need both eventually ;) From last November...
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None of the above. Dump a few of your lesser folders and, depending on your hand size, go for the gold...
Either a large or small CRK Sebenza 21 in basic titanium slabs. Fancy scales are fun, but not much help for your "using."
It's time for a "step-up." You've tried the rest...not try the best.
p.s. opinions...even mine...are cheap.
 
Sonnydaze said:
None of the above. Dump a few of your lesser folders and, depending on your hand size, go for the gold...
Either a large or small CRK Sebenza 21 in basic titanium slabs. Fancy scales are fun, but not much help for your "using."
It's time for a "step-up." You've tried the rest...not try the best.
p.s. opinions...even mine...are cheap.
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This. I wish I would've done the same years back when I started out. Try out a mid tech of one flavor or another.
 
Suggestions that are not on your list - based on my own collection of users:

Spyderco Military. An iconic 4" blade at a light weight.
BM 940/943/940-1. Small profile for 3.5" blade. Axis lock is awesome.
ZT 0562. A solid beasty flipper that is absolutely made for using.
Para2 S110V. And consider custom scales for it.

Let us know whatever it is you get :thumbup:
 
Delica coming from a guy who works on cars, some contractor work on weekends, uses it to start fires even batoned through wood hitting it with a rock.
 
Definitely a Griptilian
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I should get some CF scales....
 
Here are 3 great options for everyday carry and use.

Wilson Combat ELC. Elmax or N690 blade steel. Good grippy handle. Price (secondary market) is just over $100.

Benchmade 550HG. 154cm blade. TONS of aftermarket customization options. Great slicer. Very reasonably priced and used ones are everywhere.

Reate Hills. S35VN blade, titanium framelock. Usually about $150-$175. Feels like a $400 midtech. Quality of materials, manufacture, and detail are just out of the park.
 
Well guys, I broke down and actually bought 3 THREE of the knives on my list. Got the PM CS exclusive(possibly the last one they had), Manix S110v and the manix LW BD1 and WOW, the PM CS and the new manix are unbelievable. I wasnt really interested in the manix at first but this new S110V blurple version is insane. Also didnt care for the blurple scales and planned on getting customs but I actually dig them. Damnit can someone chime in who has near the same addiction as me. I just cant help it guys. the 940 is most likely my next knife. the Doug ritter griptillian is also highly possible too.
 
Jack3dBrett said:
Well guys, I broke down and actually bought 3 THREE of the knives on my list. Got the PM CS exclusive(possibly the last one they had), Manix S110v and the manix LW BD1 and WOW, the PM CS and the new manix are unbelievable. I wasnt really interested in the manix at first but this new S110V blurple version is insane. Also didnt care for the blurple scales and planned on getting customs but I actually dig them. Damnit can someone chime in who has near the same addiction as me. I just cant help it guys. the 940 is most likely my next knife. the Doug ritter griptillian is also highly possible too.
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Pics, or it didn't happen... :)
 
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