Pocket folder, <3 inches, in carbon fiber

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Looking for a small EDC that is less than 3" blade length in carbon fiber (black or blue carbon fiber--to match my Rohrbaugh R-9s). I am willing to spend up to about $150 if necessary. ;)

I am considering the Blade-Tech Mouse II. I have also looked at (but never held) the small William Henry carbon fiber models -- but they seem a bit dainty or dressy for everyday use -- maybe I am wrong?

Any other suggestions in this class, and where would you buy them?

Thanks!

Duane
Admin@Rohrbaughforum.com
 
You already beat me to it, the Mouse is the very first knife that popped in my head.
I have the old Spyderco Mouse & it rocks!
 
BM 770BC1 - It's a beauty.
And it has the AXIS lock !

Regards,

Andre Tiba - Brazil
 
In your price range I would look at the Benchmade 770 series, they make a cf version with a dlc coated blade but it's also the most expensive.

I have one in black aluminum with dlc and it's been a heavy user for a couple of years. I took the clip off of it and carry it loose in the pocket.
 
You might be able to find a used, or almost new William Henry Lancet in CF for around that much, but it would be difficult. That would be my choice, in that price range. A. G. Russell makes a small carbon fiber folder with a lockback. They are a bit small, but for the price, you can get two! :D

A. G. also has a carbon fiber liner-lock, but it has a 3 1/4 inch blade. That might be pushing things a bit, but it's a beautiful knife, IMO.

DD
 
If the 3" issue is negotiable,(as in not a legal issue) than the Gerber SL 3.25 is an excellent choice, I've picked them up on E-Bay for under $50.

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(Picture from The Distintive Edge)

click for Ebay Link for Gerber SL 3.25

Click here for one on sale now(I am in no way affiliated with the seller nor can I vouch for his integrity, as I don't know him.)These knives are discontinued, but they are an awsome knife for the money.

Carbon Fiber and ATS 34 steel make fore a great find under $50.

Also look around on some of the Internet stores, some are still avaiable at competeitve prices.

The Distintive Edge has them for $77, and they support the forum, and they're great people to deal with.
 
Hey DD,

I go by DD too... Not too familiar with A.G. Russel. Is it good stuff? I see them trying to sell a set of two knives (one G-10 and one Carbon Fiber) -- I wonder what the rationale is for that?

Keep the suggestions coming guys! I appreciate the good alternative so far.
 
I'm a big CF fan and my workweek EDC's rotate between a William Henry Kestrel (liner lock, ~2" blade, carbon fiber handles), WH Monarch (very cool button lock, 2.5" blade, cf) and the BM 770 (very, very cool Axis lock and ~2.75" blade). All three have 154CM blades and I'd describe the WH's as dressy not dainty ;) , but I see that as an asset. In any event, they are quite strong as is the BM, especially for its size. For business and/or formal dress, I carry one of these knives. Small enough to be inconspicuous and I love the look, feel and durability of CF. I was always worried about about scratching it, but they hold up very well banging around my pockets with keys, coins, etc. Additionally, they've all survived a few drops onto pavement and have nary a scratch.

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A few more William Henry pics located in the link below. Just click on the William Henry gallery.
 
Daniel Dorn said:
You might be able to find a used, or almost new William Henry Lancet in CF for around that much, but it would be difficult. That would be my choice, in that price range. A. G. Russell makes a small carbon fiber folder with a lockback. They are a bit small, but for the price, you can get two! :D
DD
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I'd be interested in hearing more about the CF lockback folder offered by A.G. Russell. Anyone own one of these, and what are your opinions of this knife?

Thanks,

Matthew
 
Where is a good place to buy the BM 770 on-line? I was looking around at prices (which seem pretty close to $150), but everyone is out of stock...

The WH Kestral in CF can be had for around $150 as well.

I am so confused. :confused:
 
The little A.G. Russell lockbacks are very slim, and have no clips. No nail nicks either, but very easy to open by pinching the blade. I actually have been seriously considering getting the pair of the G-10, and carbon fiber. It doesn't necessarily have any rationale, other than having two versions of a cool knife. I like the fact that they have a nice hard heat treat, and are great splinter-picking pointy, as well as razor sharp.

Anything made by A.G. Russell Knives is top quality, and has a great guarantee. I'm lucky enough to have parents who live within 20min of his store, and I get down there 2-3 times a year. It's fun to handle the knives in person, as no other stores carry his knives.

DDGator, I say get the William Henry, if you can find it. They are just in a different class than Benchmade.

D2 (maybe I should start signing off that way:D)
 
Another vote for William Henry...I have 2 (T-10 and T-12) that I rotate in as my EDCs....excellent knives!

BM is a very well made knife as well, but agree that WH is in a different class...maybe not better, but different.

My knife is my companion, I like something a little less mainstream.


AC
 
acastell said:
... but agree that WH is in a different class...maybe not better, but different.
AC
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That sums it up perfectly. I have the small CF WH's and the BM770 and your description does them both justice and describes them perfectly.
 
FWIW, I ordered a William Henry Monarch in Carbon Fiber. It was a little higher than $150 -- it was $183 delivered, to be exact.

Reviews on the WH knives are hard to beat. I liked the Benchmade 770 too, and handled one locally. I didn't like the way the carbon fiber was ground down in spots so it looked unfinished. I may eventually still have one though... or maybe a WH T12.

My thanks to Patrick for talking me into a more expensive knife! ;)
 
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