Suggestions on classy edc with carbon fiber

[b00n]

And the BHQ Boker Kwaiken Versions:

 

[Lapedog]

And the BHQ Boker Kwaiken Versions:

I wonder if they are still using Steel liners on those Kwaikens.

 

[b00n]

I wonder if they are still using Steel liners on those Kwaikens.

Probably. I don't see them upgrading to Titanium, and given that it's a slender knife, I don't see a real reason to go to Ti either.

 

[Wowbagger]

My photos suck and besides that do not show the deep blue posts between the scales but the Benchmade 940-1 is quite a nice carbon fiber knife that is very pocket friendly with sweet action and stellar steel (S90V). The blade even has a smoked cast to it. I forget what that is called. You can see it in the third photo.




I've found the Spyderco Rubicon interesting to look at but the thick blade means it wouldn't make much of a user for me. I think I like the handle though. I have never owned one or even held one.

 

[Uncle Timbo]

I EDC a Spyderco Sage I in carbon fiber. Then when I wanna get all gussied up, I carry her sister, the Sage II in TI.
I'm a man of moderate means. (Or you could say there's other crap in life I NEED err, want)

 

[BeyondTheBox]

No clue what one would call classy, nor why anyone would want a tool such as a knife to be such, but for carbon fiber the ZT 562CF is a great example. A better bang for buck would be a Spyderco Rino, but both are full bodied carbon fiber, rather than just accents.

I think ZT also produced a limited edition knife in M390 that had carbon fiber accents, can't recall the model number right now, but the metal parts looked kind of pinkish. Pink and classy both sound similarly feminine to me...

 

[BigKurtHaze]

...but the metal parts looked kind of pinkish. Pink and classy both sound similarly feminine to me...

If you wanted to see a pic of my atomic pink 0620CF with marble carbon fiber bolster, you could've just asked.

 

[Mo2]

A better bang for buck would be a Spyderco Rino, but both are full bodied carbon fiber, rather than just accents.

the Rino is g10 with a layer of carbon fiber for show and peel ply for texture.

 

[salduchi]

Same size as the Liong Mah version but $100 less. That Boker Kwaiken with the copper bolsters is cool and is on sale for cheap.

 

[Mr Style Points]

What size range and purposes are we talking? If it's gentlemans carry for an office or classy setting, that's quite a bit different than just wanting something classy and CF for edc carry.

I am kind of partial to the Actilam T3 for a classy non-threatening but still relatively large blade.

 

[Mr Style Points]

I also think you should consider getting custom scales for a benchmade from one of our forum's talented scale makers.

 

[Colorodo]

This, https://www.bladeforums.com/threads/20cv-mini-grip-with-silver-cf-scales.1608009/

 

[george65]

not sure if it fits your definition of classy, but I really like my Cheburkov small Strizh- for me, it's a perfect size w/ 3.25" blade and only weighs 2.5oz - solid knife

 

[Eagle Scout]

Timely thread and in for additional suggestions as well. Currently searching for something with marbled carbon fiber.

Liong Mah Warrior 2
ZT 0470 (waiting...hope this is as good as it looks)
Reate K1
WE Zeta
Lionsteel TRE CF

ZT0850 & Lionsteel Shuffler

 

[Mo2]

not sure if it fits your definition of classy, but I really like my Cheburkov small Strizh- for me, it's a perfect size w/ 3.25" blade and only weighs 2.5oz - solid knife

On my list. Not sure if I should get the large or small version though.

 

[jceckrosh]

Lots of good suggestions so far. Not like there is a shortage of CF scaled knives. I have a few but they are not on the classy end, too big. Good luck with the deciding.

 

[JimMD]

The Trevor Burger Custom EXK Base model in CF is $500. There is a shipping fee, though. 2.75-inch blade, 2.1 ounces, front flipper, liner lock, very attractive. I have an EXK Plus on order.

For a bigger knife, the Koenig Arius previously recommended is outstanding. My CF version was $500. I believe I’ve seen the same model recently for $530 from authorized dealers. I think the quality for the price is unsurpassed — possibly matched by the Holt Specter (not available with CF).

 

[Velitrius]

Gotta go with the Spider Monkey from Southern Grind.

Very light, excellent steel, wonderfully ergonomic, easily fits your price range.

The carbon fiber is stellar, and if you want it to ooze class, you can spring for the Damasteel blade.

Pick one up from @whitty over at USA Made Blade.

https://usamadeblade.com/Spider-Mon...s-Drop-Point-Blade-Spider-Monkey-Damascus.htm

 

[Owen K.]

Get the blade hq exclusive sebenza in CF!

 

[myowngod]

Thank you all for the suggestions so far. I really like some of your ideas. I used to have an eye on the burger knives and I'm tempted to go that route. Almost too many options now to choose!