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I have been bitten by the new knife bug again, and after looking at quite a few knives, I'm still undecided. My current EDC (for the last 2 years) is a very well used ZT 0350. I removed the pocket clip the very first day and it rides in my right front pocket always. About 1 month ago I picked up a new ZT 0550 to mix things up, but I just haven't been able to bond with the knife. Since then, I realized that I've fallen in love with the flipper on the 0350, so I have decided to get rid of the 0550 and upgrade to the 0560, problem solved.
However, the recent purchase of the 0550 and the subsequent decision to buy the 0560 has given me new knife fever in the worst way. I've always kept a SOG Flash 1 as a small pocket knife that I could carry when going out with the wife or otherwise in a situation where I needed a smaller, more discreet knife when the situation arises. Unfortunately, I seemed to have lost/misplaced the SOG over Halloween, so now I find myself looking for a replacement. While in my "research" phase, I have come to the conclusion that I would like something more upscale than another Flash 1, something that is a borderline gentleman's knife, but still solid and with good steel. With the 0350 and the pending 0560, I feel like I have those sizes covered quite well. By the way, I own a gun shop so EDC'ing a large, scary, tactical knife is almost expected of me and 90% of the time, I'm around people that wouldn't blink twice with either of those knives. I say that because the knife that I am now looking to find does not have to be "sheeple" sensitive if you know what I mean.
I am looking for a knife smaller than the 0350, but it doesn't have to be too small, 2" - 3" is prefereable. I want some type of locking mechanism as it will get plenty of solid use when carried, but it doesn't have to be a flipper or even assisted for that matter. I've deided that it must have good steel, and scales that approach the gentleman class of knives in appearance. Basically I'm looking for solid gentleman's knife that has some tactical capability, holds a very sharp edge, and locks up tight. Last but not least, I would like to keep it under $200 if possible.
I've narrowed my search down to a few options and looking for anyone who can contribute some that I have overlooked.
Benchmade (have never owned one, and am unsure if I like the company or not but willing to give it a shot)
480 Shoki with winewood scales or CF
482 Megumi
Osborne Opportunist
Spyderco (never owned one of these either, but warming up to the company quickly)
Caly 3 Carbon Fiber
Sage Carbon Fiber
Chaparal Carbon Fiber
(I love the carbon fiber for this particular application)
Bradley Alias II
Lion Steel (don't know anything about the company)
Mcusta (don't know anything about these guys either)
To be honest, based on the above list, I'm really leaning towards the Caly 3, based on size, clean classy looks and the rave reviews everyone seems to give it. So BladeForum members, please help me out, I need solid options and the fever is eating me up!
However, the recent purchase of the 0550 and the subsequent decision to buy the 0560 has given me new knife fever in the worst way. I've always kept a SOG Flash 1 as a small pocket knife that I could carry when going out with the wife or otherwise in a situation where I needed a smaller, more discreet knife when the situation arises. Unfortunately, I seemed to have lost/misplaced the SOG over Halloween, so now I find myself looking for a replacement. While in my "research" phase, I have come to the conclusion that I would like something more upscale than another Flash 1, something that is a borderline gentleman's knife, but still solid and with good steel. With the 0350 and the pending 0560, I feel like I have those sizes covered quite well. By the way, I own a gun shop so EDC'ing a large, scary, tactical knife is almost expected of me and 90% of the time, I'm around people that wouldn't blink twice with either of those knives. I say that because the knife that I am now looking to find does not have to be "sheeple" sensitive if you know what I mean.
I am looking for a knife smaller than the 0350, but it doesn't have to be too small, 2" - 3" is prefereable. I want some type of locking mechanism as it will get plenty of solid use when carried, but it doesn't have to be a flipper or even assisted for that matter. I've deided that it must have good steel, and scales that approach the gentleman class of knives in appearance. Basically I'm looking for solid gentleman's knife that has some tactical capability, holds a very sharp edge, and locks up tight. Last but not least, I would like to keep it under $200 if possible.
I've narrowed my search down to a few options and looking for anyone who can contribute some that I have overlooked.
Benchmade (have never owned one, and am unsure if I like the company or not but willing to give it a shot)
480 Shoki with winewood scales or CF
482 Megumi
Osborne Opportunist
Spyderco (never owned one of these either, but warming up to the company quickly)
Caly 3 Carbon Fiber
Sage Carbon Fiber
Chaparal Carbon Fiber
(I love the carbon fiber for this particular application)
Bradley Alias II
Lion Steel (don't know anything about the company)
Mcusta (don't know anything about these guys either)
To be honest, based on the above list, I'm really leaning towards the Caly 3, based on size, clean classy looks and the rave reviews everyone seems to give it. So BladeForum members, please help me out, I need solid options and the fever is eating me up!
