Suggestions for 3" folder under $75ish

I would 2nd the Kershaw Leek. You can get the all black (model 1660CKT or 1660CKTST if you want partial serrations) for under $50 on Amazon. If you wanted to use the whole $75 on one knife though, you could go for model 1660G10 which has black G10 scales and upgrades to S30V steel.

I can't disagree with any of the suggestions given to you so far though, but my personal preference is the Leek.
 
Lots of good knife suggestions in this thread, but I have a different type of advice: watch who is supplying the knife to Amazon. I've bought a number of knives from Amazon with varying results.

Sometimes you'll just see "Offered through Amazon". That generally means you won't know who the actual knife supplier is. If it's just Amazon with its own inventory, it can be a crapshoot.

And sometimes you'll see "Offered by ______________" some other online retailer, who is selling through Amazon. Some of these are good, and some are so-so. I've gotten knives with very uneven grinds and gritty blades. Nothing devastating and Amazon has a good return program. But just keep an eye on the supplier, and, if it's a third party, look at their actual website and try to find reviews and feedback.

And also, absolutely do not count on finding the best price through Amazon. I realize you have gift certificates to use, but compare prices on your eventual short list of candidates. Amazon prices can be significantly higher than some online knife retailers -- though can also be lower. I've gotten a couple of excellent deals on Amazon, some OK deals and have seen some prices WAY higher on some knives.
 
Good advice re Amazon.

Fyi re the Skyline -- it may be my favorite Kershaw but the blade is just over 3-inches.
 
Spyderco Delica 4, Kershaw Zing, Boker Plus Hyper...

I wouldn't rule out slip-joints either, though. You could get a nice SAK or Case slippie for under budget.
 
+ whatever its up to on the Delica.
Little things are tough as nails, and the fact that it has a hole instead of a stud, gives you less snagging points while slicing thick objects.
Something I cant say about my Mini Grip, which I also love.
 
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