Recommendation - Assisted Flipper, button lock

[Mobster1983]

Looking to get a new knife and would like some recommendations.

I am interested in an assisted-flipper, with a button lock. I would prefer titanium, but would look at other types of handle material. Needs to also have a good blade steel (premium such as M390 is preferred). Size preferred is around 3-3.5", but I can go above or below that.

The only one I could really find was the Kershaw Dimension. Has what I am looking for, but the look doesn't quite speak to me and I want a better quality blade steel.

I am also willing to look at other lock-types, but do not want a frame lock or liner lock (have plenty of those already).

I have looked at several non-assisted flippers, and really like some by Rod Olsen, but for this purchase I am looking for an assisted one, and would like to keep the price under $200 (but definitely willing to consider higher for a quality blade).

 

[Bill_Brasky]

It's nice to see another assisted opening knife enthusiast around here, we are a rare breed.

Its not a button lock, but the Benchmade Amicus might be what you are looking for. It checks off almost all of your other requirements, assisted opening, premium blade steel (CPM-S90V), 3.2 blade length, and just barely over $200. The Amicus of the smoothest opening assisted folders I've ever used, and it has a spectacular blade shape with tons of belly.

Another in the same vein as the Amicus is the Benchmade Emissary (large), 3.5 inch blade length, assisted, S30V, and under $200. There is less belly on the blade of the Emissary and it is a bit heavier (Amicus 2.88oz vs Emissary 3.95oz) but they are comparable knives. Both have the same Benchmade deep-carry clip. Sadly, neither of these knives have titanium handles, just aluminum.

Best of luck finding your new knife, finding high quality assisted knives can be tricky.

 

[Mobster1983]

Thanks for the recommendation. I had not seen the Amicus yet. I have a BM Barrage that I have had for several years and it is still in perfect working condition. Love the assist on it.

The Amicus looks great, but I do wish they had other options than black. Will definitely keep that one in mind though. Great start.