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I will have several more to add later, but the first one of mine to come to mind is this Evolution Grip 14 SAK. I have used all the tools on it, repeatedly, and they all have "pert near perfect" snap and action. I had thought the little Cadet was near perfect, but when I got the Evo, with its extra tools and more ergonomic grip, I was bowled over. With over 300 pocket knives to choose from, this is the one that I carry every, and I do mean every, day, along side another ever changing folder.

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We all have a favorite knife that seems "Pert Near Perfect" for us
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I’ve only every heard my grandpa and uncle use the term “pert near” and always wondered exactly what dialect/region it comes from, assuming Appalachian.

I didn’t love the 2017 BF, particularly the cover choice. I wanted to love the 2019 but hated the fact that it didn’t function very well as an actual knife. The 2021 BF knife, however, is pretty close to perfection.
 
redsparrow said:
We all have a favorite knife that seems "Pert Near Perfect" for us, even if only for a day of so.
I happen to have a couple dozen "Pert Near Perfect" pocket knives. I'll be glad to post them here and may even explain why I think they're nearly perfect or what keeps them from being absolutely perfect. I'd like to see your "Pert Near Perfect" pocket knives and hope you'll use this thread to share it with us. :)

Here's a knife that I find nearly perfect for me. It actually inspired the start of this thread. I'm so enamored with it that today alone, it has already been shown in two different threads and yet somehow two threads just doesn't seem like enough.
It's one of 519 knives that GEC was kind enough to produce for Blade Forum's 2017 annual knife. The build quality is on the level of a custom knife. The sheepfoot blade is a wonderful choice for most pocket knife purposes. The 1095 steel is easy to be made impressively sharp and IMO ages beautifully. The micarta handle is as tough as nails, lighter than air and feels great regardless of conditions. The Barlow is a true classic and at 3.5 inches, sized just right. For these and many, many other reasons I find this TC Barlow a "Pert Near Perfect" pocket knife for me. Let's see yours!

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Agreed, I carry this one now more than anything else. It’s a tough knife, just the right size, good action, pinchable open, best blade shape for draw cuts, and bulletproof handle material. If I could change just one thing it would be the micarta color to black…and I still might. Like it soo much I tracked down another one and stashed it away in case I ever lose or somehow destroy this one. That’s why it’s my “pert near perfect”.
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Great idea, and all of the examples so far are fantastic! I have two but since this first one arrived a little over a month ago, it has been with me nearly every day.

Both are one piece of cow horn that is actually still connected at the end of the handles. They are linerless, featuring stout springs with a solid crisp action, half stops and incredibly light in hand.

Blade faces are satin, spines mirror finished. 100% handmade in Italy for a price comparable to a new Northfield from an honest dealer. The fit and finish is nearly flawless. Handmade knives are the most appealing to me.

The current favorite is a pattern originally from Sicily called a Rasolino ("razor", due to the blade shape and extremely thin grind)
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The contender, is named Marremano a Foglia (maremma region of Italy, leaf blade also with a very thin grind).
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In my opinion…

I’ve carried this more than any knife in my collection…Because it is one of the more affordable tools I can use without any remorse, compared to few other traditional brands.

Blade combination of one straight edge and a pen blade makes it capable of doing just about all cutting tasks.

This one is the smaller version of the Lambsfoot from A. Wright and Son and it is the perfect size for my hands.

And the quality…it is robust. Not looking at detailed fit and finish, but a solid tool without blade rock or wobble and a fantastic walk and talk.

My vote…
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Millions of Frenchmen can indeed be wrong, but not when it comes to the Opinel #8 at least. I hated the first one I got in 1988, but have since come to understand why it is such a classic. For everything from light picnic duty to wood carving to heavy dirty outdoor chores, they perform admirably. I’m pretty sure I saw a video of some guy trimming animals’ hooves with one once…

I don’t actually carry one much anymore, but it is usually one of the first things I reach for when slicing ability and handle comfort are important.

Shown here with my admittedly far-from-perfect but favorite EDC:

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These two go hand in hand. I carry these at home because they are light and unobtrusive in my lounging shorts, one for a week, then the other one. With so many knives around the house, there is no need for a multiblade. Both have upgraded stainless steel, sharp as a razor, great pulls and snap, great centering and gorgeous covers. They are simply a joy to use.

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I have always believed in the Right Tool For The Job , so I usually choose what I will carry based on what I will be doing . I also believe that I and most of us have a lot of Pert Near Perfect pocket knives . These 2 old bone handled Taylor's Eye Witness knives , Sheepfoot and Lambfoot , pretty well fill the bill . The Sheepfoot is solid as a rock and the Lambfoot is not quite as solid . Neither has ever let me down . I will have admit that the 2019 Blade Forums gives them both a run for the money , in part because it is Pinchable .
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Lordy! What a subject to ponder! I have so many knives that are pert near perfect. In fact that's one of the requirements of most of my knife purchases. They don't always end up being carried a lot, but for the most part they were all purchased with that intention. Kind of like knarfeng knarfeng , still looking for a vorpal blade.
That being said, I've found this Boker Gent in my pocket an awful lot since I bought it on the exchange. What is it about this knife? It's slim, at 3 3/4" it's a great size for most of my daily needs. The blade is thin, cuts great, easy to sharpen, doesn't rust. Over all it's good looking, didn't cost an arm and a leg, cuts a sandwich, slices an apple, opens an envelope or package, whittles a stick, and makes me smile.
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Lordy! What a subject to ponder! I have so many knives that are pert near perfect. In fact that's one of the requirements of most of my knife purchases. They don't always end up being carried a lot, but for the most part they were all purchased with that intention. Kind of like knarfeng knarfeng , still looking for a vorpal blade.
That being said, I've found this Boker Gent in my pocket an awful lot since I bought it on the exchange. What is it about this knife? It's slim, at 3 3/4" it's a great size for most of my daily needs. The blade is thin, cuts great, easy to sharpen, doesn't rust. Over all it's good looking, didn't cost an arm and a leg, cuts a sandwich, slices an apple, opens an envelope or package, whittles a stick, and makes me smile.
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"and it makes me smile"
That's sort of the way I feel about this dumb thing. It's so simple- a blade attached to a piece of wood with a steel pin, and has a rotating ring that locks it open or closed. It only weighs a little over an ounce & it just cuts stuff. Cost me a whopping $16. Pert near perfect!:)
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Peregrin said:
Lordy! What a subject to ponder! I have so many knives that are pert near perfect. In fact that's one of the requirements of most of my knife purchases. They don't always end up being carried a lot, but for the most part they were all purchased with that intention. Kind of like knarfeng knarfeng , still looking for a vorpal blade.
That being said...
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Agree! I've pondered this question since I first saw it earlier today. You know it's kind of like asking a father, "Which is your best loved child?"
Like Gary, I choose knives carefully, but they all end up having plusses and minuses. I haven't found that perfect vorpal blade yet.

But I think I have four or five favorites that are in the running for "best in show".

A Case Mini Wharncliffe Trapper in TruSharp and Rancher Bone.
So comfortable in the hand. And the blade shapes show the Tony Bose influence.
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A Case punch stockman in TruSharp and G10
Great array of blades. Case made new tooling for their Carhartt line and the freshness of the tooling shows.
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A Case stockman in 20CV is a new favorite.
hubba-hubba! A stockman in 20CV. Nice bone, to boot. I find the cutouts instead of nail nicks make the blades easier to open.
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A Buck 303 stockman.
(I like them all, Camillus Buck on top. It's the knife I carried every day for years and years. 1997 Buck with flat grind in the middle. Current version on the bottom.) But I was referring to the current version. I actually like that one the best.
> A 303 is just the perfect size and construction to drop in your pocket with your keys. Built like a brick telephone booth, it is. And the size is perfect with a handlle that gives a four finger grip.
> Plus Buck's blade configuration puts the sheepsfoot blade opposite the clip, so the two blades I use most can both be opened with my master hand.
> The three spring design eliminates needing to crink the blades. So you don't end up with a sheepsfoot that emerges at an angle.
> And the Paul Bos heat treat together with their "Edge 2K" profile is almost as good as having upgraded blade steel.
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The Forum knife that Buck did for us:
Very nice upgrades in steel and covers. I always love carrying it.
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Easy choice, I have to go with my recently confiscated Wenger SI. The spear is big enough for my what if scenarios such as food use. Both screwdrivers are excellent, especially the smaller one which works on most Phillips screws and the awl gets used on more tasks than I can say. Any knife that gets carried on a daily basis for years has a lot going for it. Oh, and the Alox covers are “pert near perfect.” Now to find a replacement.5351CB8A-CE19-462E-B305-23510C8FBA6A.jpeg
 
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