Nice and inexpensive

If I was told get the best I could get for $100, I'd get a Buck Alaskan Guide 110 in s30v, DLT exclusive 20cv drop point Buck 110, or USA made blade exclusive m390 Kershaw knockout.

If I had $75 or so, I'd look for a dealer that still had a Spyderco Pacific Salt in stock.

For $50 I'd get a run of the mill not on sale Buck 110 (and still have money for shipping). On sale around Father's Day or black Friday till around Christmas they are about $35. No better deal in my opinion. USA made, good steel (for the price and depending on your uses), real ebony handles, and one of the best warranties in the business.

If I had $30 or less, Buck 110 or 112 slim select. Excellent knives for about the price of a take out pizza. Got some on black Friday discount this year for about $18-$21. If I couldn't afford that I'd just save up till I could. :p
 
Rat 2 in D2, still amazed every time I open it. Crazy action,thin , light holds a good edge and cheap. Also the Kershaw shuffle 2 , had one and lost it,as a matter of fact once I post this I'm gonna find one and buy it.
 
My favorite “cheap” knife is the Spyderco UK Penknife. $58, made in USA, thin, light, and solid.

I also like the Buck 112, as was mentioned above.

I try to avoid knives from the PRC these days, regardless of brand. However I once had a CRKT Drifter ($20) that was a surprisingly good little knife once I took it apart and tuned it.
 
Mora Companion, BK14, Victorinox Alox models, several models of Manly knives

AMAZING value in these guys!!
 
RAT 1 or 2 is one of the best values in knives. Buck 110 is fine if that's your thing. The Kershaw filter is a solid knife at 15 bucks.

Though my personal recommendation is anything from Civivi. Or a leatherman.
 
Robinson1 said:
To me that means under $50

Boker has alot of traditionals under that mark. Buck 110 and 112 in traditional, LT, and slim configurations. Victorinox, Opinel, Svord, Mora. Some Kershaws and a few Spydercos fit that bill. Along the Ontario RAT 1 and 2.
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I got s Svord Mini Peasant that I want to try, but cannot get over the rough grind and the stiffness of the pivot screw, which I can adjust but I am not good at sharpening.
 
cbach8tw said:
I got s Svord Mini Peasant that I want to try, but cannot get over the rough grind and the stiffness of the pivot screw, which I can adjust but I am not good at sharpening.
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Get a work sharp belt sharpener (the regular one works great) to be able to put an awesome lazer sharp, convex bevel on just about any blade.

A 20° convex edge, done on all 3 supplied belts is super sharp and the edge stays sharp a lot longer than a normal V-edge.

Well worth the $
 
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CanadaKnifeGuy said:
Get a work sharp belt sharpener (the regular one works great) to be able to out an awesome lazer sharp, convex bevel on just about any blade.

A 20° convex edge, done on all 3 supplied belts is super sharp and the edge stays sharp a lot longer than a normal V-edge.

Well worth the $
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Thanks
 
Inexpensive is definitely relative. For me, a modern folder under $150 is inexpensive. My least expensive modern:

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However, I also have 2 case traditional folders and a Vic super tinker, which I consider inexpensive. Most of my collection is over $150 (in today's dollars), either cost new or due to mods.
 
I have a lot of Bucks. A lot! 110's in 20cv, s30v, s35vn, and the 420. Special order, bucklites, slims you name it. Great brand at good prices.
And the worksharp. Yep. With the leather honing belt.
 
Take a look at the Steel Will Knives. I'm kind of a fan of D2 steel. For me it seems like an easy steel to get screaming sharp, and holds and edge pretty well. I have a Cutjack Mini in D2 steel that I use regularly as my work knife. They are nothing fancy, just user knives. Just FRN scales and a flipper. But IMO they have a good pocket clip, good steel and a decent flipper action. I'm not a huge flipper fan, preferring thumb studs. So I may look at a different model soon. $40 gets you a Mini Cutjack.
 
Tundraman said:
How ironic! Thanks to everyone, I now have a big list of cool knives on my radar. Definately more than $200 worth. And since I am off work until the 2nd, I have time too research the ones I haven't even got to yet. I consider looking as part of the fun of the hobby. And also variety in the collection. So really, thanks for your input. And Happy New Year to everyone.
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Happy New Year to you too. It doesn't matter if we're talking cars, watches, or knives. Window shopping and cruising reviews is part of the fun.
 
DrRollinstein said:
RAT 1 or 2 is one of the best values in knives. Buck 110 is fine if that's your thing. The Kershaw filter is a solid knife at 15 bucks.

Though my personal recommendation is anything from Civivi. Or a leatherman.
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Quick warning about the kershaw filter (also the manifold & starter & decoy) - they all use 3cr13 - yes, 0.3% carbon - it's absolute junk which is primarily used in the worst knives these days (like schrade, gerber etc)

Just skip anything with 3cr13 unless you really want to practice sharpening a lot
 
If you can buy over the counter, give Case a try. A lot of patterns, a lot of colours and scales options, price generally under 100 $. I would definitely call them nice.
 
longun said:
Take a look at the Steel Will Knives. I'm kind of a fan of D2 steel. For me it seems like an easy steel to get screaming sharp, and holds and edge pretty well. I have a Cutjack Mini in D2 steel that I use regularly as my work knife. They are nothing fancy, just user knives. Just FRN scales and a flipper. But IMO they have a good pocket clip, good steel and a decent flipper action. I'm not a huge flipper fan, preferring thumb studs. So I may look at a different model soon. $40 gets you a Mini Cutjack.
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I have a Steel Will Intrigue, 3 3/4" blade. Good knife, D2, flipper, takes and holds an edge, full flat grind, thin edge, no lock rock, centered blade ~$45.
 
herisson said:
If you can buy over the counter, give Case a try. A lot of patterns, a lot of colours and scales options, price generally under 100 $. I would definitely call them nice.
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Definitely a knife you should buy in person, I've had some bad experiences buying online
 
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