Some general brand advice and information requested.

the kid said:
I think I'm sticking with Case. They seems to be the most available, have a wide selection, and are very good looking. Also owned by Zippo which I also collect.
I'm very picky about fit and finish but somehow I don't mind the pretty poor job on my Case Sodbuster.

Here's a picture from a Case I'm eye balling now because I like pictures.
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Excellent use of a modern material in a classic design.
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My favorite pocket knife right now is a Chestnut Boned Case 6375. I'm a fan.
 
I was so happy to see the improving path of the Kid as this thread progressed. He learned and accepted that good knives could be made anywhere. Great!
 
AGR is very right. I've had many decent knives from many different countries and I'm always pleased. Likewise, I'm annoyed when I get a bad one and won't make excuses about its origins, regardless of its expense or 'reputation' Tell it how it is.
 
Several things floating around in one thread....

On the country of origin issue, my take is country of production should match the cultural heritage of the knife. I wouldn't want a Dutch or American Opinel, for exmple.

If you want a locking blade, the ability to out perform nearly any modern folder under hard use while staying traditional and staying on a budget and while wanting something more office friendly, I would give Opinel another close look. The thin convex blades and sturdy lock ring construction are bullet proof.

Regarding Buck, IMO the only knives I would consider getting from the. Are the 110/112 or 500 series lock backs. This is 100% in deference to their history. But I would also restrict my purchases to older used purchases. I got my first Buck in 1978. More recently, I associate them with blade wobble issues. 4 of my 6 lockbacks have had wobble issues. Just too hit and miss. My Opinels have long replaced them for both EDC and hard use carry. It's a pity, really.

In terms of American slip joints, when I think of Buck, I think of out sourcing. Buck used to outsource thei slipjoints to Schrade, then Camillus and now off shore. The Camillus made 300 series knives justifiably have a loyal following. But if going that route, I prefer old Schrades for the great carbon steel.

If you want a US made slip joint, I would suggest one of the "keepers of the flame" makers such as GEC, Case, Queen or Canal Street.

If I lived in Europe, I would look at the German and English made slip joints.

The French made knifes also have a deep history, but they don't move my soul. Well... Dang it!! I carry an Opinel 9 days out 10. Really, the Opinel 9 is about the most perfect EDC knife for me.
 
pinnah said:
Several things floating around in one thread....

On the country of origin issue, my take is country of production should match the cultural heritage of the knife. I wouldn't want a Dutch or American Opinel, for exmple.
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That was actually the point I was trying to make. I have several modern folders made in China and I have no problem at all with that.
But with traditional knives I would prefer they be made in the country from where they traditionally come from. (or have been produced for many years. I know sodbusters come from Germany but I do not mind an American sodbuster)
Excellent post.
 
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