Stylish folding EDC? (30$-50$) Also, need info on knives!

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Hey everyone, first post on bladeforums :)

I've carried knives since I was 13 (Generic swiss army and an old folding 3.5" blade that my grandfather left for me when he died.). At first, it was more of an habit, like carrying a wallet, but more recently, something in the blade industry caught my attention and I really want to invest more time into it. Thus, I was wondering if there was an ultimate webpage explaining everything that you need to know about knives (some sort of wiki page, I don't know).

I was also seeking a good-looking folding blade as a first purchase. I like the Smith & Wesson M&P MAGIC 3.4" (the looks) but I don't know if it's any good quality.

Anyways, I hope you guys can help a newbie out! :D
 
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I have mixed experiences with S&W knives and don't buy them anymore. Had a few of them and the quality was not really great.

Nowadays I don't carry a single blade knife very often, but I do appreciate them and one of my favourite modern folding knives for EDC purposes is the Spyderco Delica 4. Saw on Amazon that it's priced a little bit above your budget ($58), but in my opinion it's a great option.
 
Welcome to a horrible addiction. I would avoid the S&W knives, great guns, not so great knives. I hear great things about the Spyderco Tenacious. It may be made in China but it gets good reviews. My first real EDC blade was a CRKT M16 and I loved that thing. If you are in to Traditionals I love my Case knife. Do some reading around here and you can find some great budget knives.
 
The Spyderco Tenacious has a good following and for that matter all of the knives in its family are good values. I have a Tenacious and an Ambitious. The Ambitious is in my pocket regularly even though I like longer blades in general.
 
Here is a stylish folder. It's made by Timberline, and called the Wall Street Tactical (~$50). Also comes in black grips. Here's some info, along with a pic;

Tim Herman specializes in handcrafted, interframe folders, masterfully embellished with engraving and inlays. No detail escapes his discerning nature – the best steels, perfect gemstones, flawless handle stock, fit and finish. His newest collaborative obsession, the Timberline Wall Street Tactical is a dress-for-success necessity whether you’re in the boardroom or out on the town.

Specifications

* Blade Length: 3.35" (82 mm)
* Overall Length: 7.45" (190 mm)
* Designer: Tim Herman
* Type: Locking liner
* Liners: 420-J2 stainless steel
* Bolster: 420 stainless steel
* Handle Material: Ivory ABS Material
* Blade Material: AUS-8 stainless steel
* Blade Finish: Satin polish; Thumb Stud 24-karat gold-plated
* Leather Pouch
* Gift boxed along with attractive display case
* Made in China
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Knives of Alaska Folding Hunter. ~$50, D2 tool steel, G10 handle scales, nested liner/liner lock, great build quality, MADE IN USA.

If you're gonna start, start right!!
 
I'm really surprised nobody has mentioned the kershaw skyline or leek yet. Both of which are extremely stylish in my opinion and both make great edc knives.
 
Just remember that nothing can fully replace holding the knife in your hand. I've met some knives that were very good overall, but failed to impress me because of certain details. This is especially true of folders; an excellent handle design can suffer if the pocket clip digs into your palm. I've also seen linerlocks which were very difficult to close because it was hard to get your thumb onto the liner. Conversely, some are too easy to close because your hand can get traction against the liner during heavy cutting. It's one of those fine details that doesn't always show up in a picture.
 
Smith and Wesson knives are made by Taylor Cutlery, which also makes Schrade. Neither knife company is very good, and you're better off staying away from them. What kind of knife are you looking for (modern or traditional, strong thick build or better cutting thin blade), and what's your price range? There are plenty of good options out there, even at lower prices.
 
I carried s& w knives for years. They break, they dull rapidly, and the locks will eventually fail on you. That being said, I had no qualms about using them for absolutely anything. $5. 99 to 7.99 whenever I picked up oil or wiper blades at an auto parts store. I won't miss them now that I decided to jump into better knives.
 
Get yourself a spyderco tenacious if you want a cheap midsize. Ridiculous quality for around $30.
 
I'll second the Kershaw Leek. You can get a standard one $50. The CRKT M4-02W can be had for under $50 and is quite stylish wish the burl scales.
 
Tsujigiri said:
Smith and Wesson knives are made by Taylor Cutlery, which also makes Schrade. Neither knife company is very good, and you're better off staying away from them. What kind of knife are you looking for (modern or traditional, strong thick build or better cutting thin blade), and what's your price range? There are plenty of good options out there, even at lower prices.
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I'm looking for a strong thick build with a modern look. I'm willing to pay up to 60$ for now ( I'll eventually go for higher-ends )

Also, I know a lot of people told me to get a spyderco but I don't like them. Their looks are turning me off. As I previously said, I liked the S&Ws because of their appearance.

Is there any similar brand that is actually worth buying "qualitywise"? (since you guys don't seem to like the S&W knives :P)

Thanks!
 
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