Really...

Which blade is better in YOUR opinion?

  • Black

    Votes: 22 16.5%

  • Polished (Aka silver)

    Votes: 111 83.5%
  • Total voters
    133
You don't need a bigger knife. Do what your parents say. If you are 15 you should still be in school and you can't bring any knife with you.
 
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vjb.knife said:
You don't need a bigger knife. Do what your parents say. If you are 15 you should still be in school and you can't bring any knife with you.
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I’m actually homeschooled, but still good advice.

Thank you all for all your words of encouragement and suggestions. I literally have 18 tabs open, looking at all the knives suggested, lol.

If I have any questions, I will make sure to ask. Thanks again!
 
Is this one the same Spyderco mentioned earlier?

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Spyderco C122PBBK Tenacious Lightweight 7.77-In Folding Black Knife - PlainEdge”
 
gaz98 beat me to it but I was going to suggest a sak tinker or supertinker like many of us that like knives started with. Non threatening and has usable tools.
 
gazz98 said:
You could always ask if a Swiss Army Knife (SAK) would be ok. Those tend to be non-threatening to many folks. Tell them the scissors, screwdrivers, etc might be handy to have. Closed length of 3.6 inches.

I like having scissors on my SAK. Maybe a Super Tinker? Linked from Bhq for easy reference.
https://www.bladehq.com/item--Victorinox-Swiss-Army--2869
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That is a really nice looking knife. However, I am looking for a spring assisted one, with a clip. :)

Here are my opinions so far:

Kershaw Leek 1660CF (would have to save up a little more for that one. I would probably get a different color)

Kershaw Natrix-Carbon Fiber. (Has a question on this one: Is it spring assisted? How good is the clip? It seems to be super small)

Ontario RAT Model 1A. (What does the tab do on the side? Does that open it? How do the grips feel?)

Ontario Rat II Linerlock. (This one looks pretty nice, but I couldn’t find how long it was closed and how long the blade was?)

All of these are nice knives. I am really starting to like the Ontario’s. Do these last a while? Sorry for the long read, and all the questions. :)
 
PheonixKingZ said:
That is a really nice looking knife. However, I am looking for a spring assisted one, with a clip. :)

Here are my opinions so far:

Kershaw Leek 1660CF (would have to save up a little more for that one. I would probably get a different color)

Kershaw Natrix-Carbon Fiber. (Has a question on this one: Is it spring assisted? How good is the clip? It seems to be super small)

Ontario RAT Model 1A. (What does the tab do on the side? Does that open it? How do the grips feel?)

Ontario Rat II Linerlock. (This one looks pretty nice, but I couldn’t find how long it was closed and how long the blade was?)

All of these are nice knives. I am really starting to like the Ontario’s. Do these last a while? Sorry for the long read, and all the questions. :)
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The Rat 2 will be a great choice. If properly cared for (not using it as a pry bar or a baton) it will be of service for decades. The listed blade length is a mere 3 inches and thus satisfies most restrictions on manual opening knives blade limits, though you shouldn't run into any issues like that in Kentucky. It is also well under your price range in both AUS8 and D2 variants. The D2 steel will hold an edge longer, but rusts easier and is more difficult to sharpen. The AUS8 will be more rust resistant and easier to sharpen, but will dull quicker. Depending on your needs either should more than satisfy your requirements and it is plenty small.
 
C Cowboyfromhell666 Always one in the group. ;)

Leeks are very nice. Run it by your parents first. Be responsible with other aspects of life and you will see yourself getting more leeway.

You got tons of years left to buy all sorts of knives later on in life...maybe even a gem from me in 20 years. ;)

Good luck!
 
As far as blade/handle quality, is the Kershaw Leek above all the ones mentioned? The Spyderco knives look really nice, they are just a tad but expensive.

The Kershaw Leek Carbon Fiber looks really good, but I don’t want to be spending $70 on a knife that is lame, when I could have bought another brand/model...
 
I’ve owned quite a few Leeks. I like Sandvik steel alot, and the Leek is a great slim knife. The tip is thin for controlled cuts so no prying. :)

Edit to add: The Leek is also assisted. :) Which I think was something you wanted, IIRC.
Also, the Leek has a lock so there won’t be an accidental opening in your pocket...something to maybe mention in your conversation with your parents. :)
 
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PheonixKingZ said:
As far as blade/handle quality, is the Kershaw Leek above all the ones mentioned? The Spyderco knives look really nice, they are just a tad but expensive.

The Kershaw Leek Carbon Fiber looks really good, but I don’t want to be spending $70 on a knife that is lame, when I could have bought another brand/model...
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If you like the look of spyderco there are actually some less expensive spyderco blades that satisfy your requirements. While the Tenacious is probably going to be too big for your folks liking, take a look at the spyderco efficient here https://www.bladehq.com/item--Spyderco-Efficient-Liner-Lock-Knife--50829. Just under your 50$ limit.

Very small and handy little blade with 8cr13Mov steel. It's certainly not a super steel but it should be easy to sharpen yourself with some basic equipment and has features that you get with the larger flagship models from Spyderco including the classic spydie hole.
 
Leeks are awesome. I love mine, and it was actually what I suggested to a buddy a few years ago who decided he wanted a knife. If that's still too big, check out the Kershaw Scallion. Or, if you're okay without assisted opening, the Spyderco Dragonfly 2 is something to look into. That one is in the $60-$70 range though.
 
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Talk it out with your parents. They may change their minds, they may not, but at least everyone will know where they stand and why. Regardless you have a long life of knife buying ahead of you, and getting any particular knife right now is not going to make that life any better. Try something they will accept- you may find you like it.
 
In case of Leek didn't get the approval, I too would suggest a SAK since it is a multitool as much as a knife. Use it responsibly around the house, and that would probably change their minds about you and knives.
 
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