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spitek60

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Hello everyone, This will be my first official post on this forum... Yay!

I'd like to start it out with a question. I am US Military, currently stationed in the UK. The Knife laws here are less than reasonable, and as such is the topic of my post. I am looking for an EDC knife that will not send me to jail for 5 years, or cause a 5000 pound fine. (gravity knives, auto, over 3", locking blade... etc." https://www.gov.uk/buying-carrying-knives

I have carried a Gerber 06 drop point for several years now, and it has been the best knife I have ever owned, but while I am sad to put it away, it just isn't worth getting in trouble over. I am looking for a replacement of similar quality under $400, that I can replace this Gerber with. I would love to see what people are carrying, Photos are appreciated, as I am not familiar with all knife makers. Thanks in advance for all the help, and recommendation's.

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Spyderco PITS looks like a good one...

If thats too expensive look at the Spyderco Pingo, and any Northwoods Knives
 
M1GarandGuy said:
Spyderco PITS looks like a good one...

If thats too expensive look at the Spyderco Pingo, and any Northwoods Knives
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This is along the lines of what I am looking for M1GarandGuy, thank you. I am used to opening crates, and cutting through packing materials all day as well as Aircraft seals, etc. A small swiss army knife I am afraid won't "Cut" it. The Gerber is a very thick blade that has withstood everything I have put it through. I am very impressed. 5 deployments, and still strong.
 
JackTrades_nbk, If I could use the knife for Prying open crates as well as cutting open boxes, I am open to anything. The laws seem to be open as far as one/ two handed open, but It looks as though most of the two handed knives are going to be my option here. :( (Oh, and yes, I understand Knives are not designed to be used in this manner, however I often am at a last resort when using it in this fashion.
 
spitek60 said:
JackTrades_nbk, If I could use the knife for Prying open crates as well as cutting open boxes, I am open to anything. The laws seem to be open as far as one/ two handed open, but It looks as though most of the two handed knives are going to be my option here. :(
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What about pairing up a great slicer like a Spyderco UK Penknife with a small pocket pry bar?
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rcb2000 said:
What about pairing up a great slicer like a Spyderco UK Penknife with a small pocket pry bar?
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I have had very little experience with Spyderco, I know they are popular, but never owned one myself? I am a fan of Chris Reeve, and love this knife :
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, however the handle has an integrated lock, and I dare say I would never use that blade in such a manner. I have considered multi-tools, but am generally unhappy with the quality, and have broken a few Leatherman and SOG varieties as well as Gerber's. I am much too rough on my knives, as I will admit myself, but I also like to know what I carry I can depend on. Are Spyderco Knives something that would fall into this category? The frustration is real guys... Dang UK...
 
All Sebenzas have a locking mechanism,,, Spyderco makes great knives, and that one in particular has S30v steel and is made in the US.
That Falkniven is also a great choice.
 
Your budget gives you options.
Paring a UK friendly Spyderco with a small pry bar is a good idea.
Otherwise consider a friction folder. As an example look at yhe Svord Peasant Knife. They're very inexpensive, very robust and easy to take apart and clean. They're not stainless. It might be worth giving one a go and if you like it have a custom friction folder made for you with better materials (a CPM3V blade comes to mind). You could even have a pry bar included into the extended tang.

Welcome to the forums :)
 
3" or less AND nonlocking...

A Lansky World Legal or CRKT Journyer for thick/prying capability to suit your abusive needs; (won't break the bank)

Coupled with a nice Cold Steel Lucky for "cutting"
Or a SAK, Böker Tech Tool, or traditional pattern knife like a Stockman, Trapper, Canoe, or Congress that suits your preferences; (something made by Böker, Buck, Case, Queen, or GEC); something you can still carry with class and pride when you get back in the states...
 
Colorodo, It looks as though the Fallkniven U1 might be an option, Slightly small on the handle, as I have bigger hands, but I will keep it as a possibility. Thank you.
 
If you're going to pry with a folder, I suggest getting something cheap with a thick blade and getting multiple of them. I don't know of a slipjoint that fits that description.

If I were in your position, I'd get a custom made traditional for about $350, and spend the extra $50 on a titanium pry bar to attach to your keychain.
 
Chris Larrikin said:
Your budget gives you options.
Paring a UK friendly Spyderco with a small pry bar is a good idea.
Otherwise consider a friction folder. As an example look at yhe Svord Peasant Knife. They're very inexpensive, very robust and easy to take apart and clean. They're not stainless. It might be worth giving one a go and if you like it have a custom friction folder made for you with better materials (a CPM3V blade comes to mind). You could even have a pry bar included into the extended tang.

Welcome to the forums :)
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The Svord Peasant Knife, I have always enjoyed, And would love to own. However I am hesitant to carry one here, as I am not sure how some Peace officers would measure the blade. They are beautiful Knives. That would be an Ideal tool for when I get back to the US to carry.. I will have to look into this some more... Thanks.
 
Take a look at friction folders. They are 1 hand opening, non locking blades but you actually hold the tang in the handle when using it so you aren't in danger of it closing up on your fingers. With your budget you could get a nice custom one. Take a look at Michael Morris's stuff. If you are on the fence about whether you will like them or not you can pick up a svord peasant knife for dirt cheap to try them out (the wood handled ones are about 20 bucks)

Edit: Was interrupted mid post and it looks like I was beaten to this suggestion, good luck on your hunt.
 
Wurrwulf said:
If you're going to pry with a folder, I suggest getting something cheap with a thick blade and getting multiple of them. I don't know of a slipjoint that fits that description.

If I were in your position, I'd get a custom made traditional for about $350, and spend the extra $50 on a titanium pry bar to attach to your keychain.
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What sort of traditional did you have in mind? I have tried the cheap, and the steel alloy's they make them with usually just don't hold a candle to what abuse they get put through... Dilemmas'...
 
jimmyd1982 said:
Take a look at friction folders. They are 1 hand opening, non locking blades but you actually hold the tang in the handle when using it so you aren't in danger of it closing up on your fingers. With your budget you could get a nice custom one. Take a look at Michael Morris's stuff. If you are on the fence about whether you will like them or not you can pick up a svord peasant knife for dirt cheap to try them out (the wood handled ones are about 20 bucks)

Edit: Was interrupted mid post and it looks like I was beaten to this suggestion, good luck on your hunt.
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Holy Crap... Michael Morris's knives are beautiful! Don't know if they will work, but I want one now!

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