What is the very best folding knife for the least amount of money?

[King of the Cheese]

For this thread, I’d like to identify the very BEST folding knife for the LEAST amount of money, to see what offerings are out there that BladeForums participants have found. I know there are a few obvious choices that are heavily reviewed, like the Ontario RAT series… but I’m curious to know what you all have come across and personally used that may not have gone viral or trended in popularity. Feel free to leave the name of the knife and company that makes it in the comments, and a note about what makes it so special. Remember: Less $ is “more”. I’m really wanting to focus on that sub $50 range. The more money you save while still having a fantastic knife, the better.

 

[JupiterPaladin]

Any Swiss Army knife model. I prefer the Super Tinker or regular Tinker.

 

[JupiterPaladin]

Buck 110 LW is also pretty good price to quality, as long as you don't get one that runs the liners.

 

[sv4]

Another vote for the Victorinox SAK. My old Spartan is in my pocket most days, and serves all my cutting/prying needs. Can’t remember how much it cost (too long ago) but it’s only $21.99 at BladeHq currently.

 

[brancron]

The Ka-Bar Dozier folding hunter is my pick. Great design, great size, well made for the price, and AUS-8 steel is tough and easy to sharpen.