What knives do you own in the $150-300 range that you feel are worth every penny?

-Spyderco military s30v. I got this one factory second cheap, but its worth every penny, one of the best large carries; light and slim, takes a beating
-hogue deka. Because it's just better than the bugout (dont hate) in my opinion
-WE Kitefin, the LE one. OMG beautiful, light, well crafted, feels like a much more expensive knife
-Benchmade 200 puukko/202 Leuku. This is enough fixed blade for most people, but why stop at 1?

I also think the Manix lines are Spyderco's best bargains, they're usually quite a bit cheaper than their other lines even with premium steel. Spydies are getting up there in price though...

Edit: benchmade M4 freek and Contego are honorary mentions
 
All of them: Benchmade, Spyderco, Cold Steel, Buck (Custom Shop). You generally get what you pay for, and the quality of knives in that price range has never been higher IMHO.
 
I would have to go with my Sandrin Dellatorre Slip-Joint.....it is an amazing knife with an exceptional feel and quality. The blade is Flexible Tungsten Carbide with black finish...well worth its money for a lower end knife around 275ish.
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$280. 6" of M390 out of Cheburkov's workshop. Perrfect.

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Yes, though the one that perhaps surprised me the most is the SOG Seal XR. I paid about $170 and I'm genuinely sort of floored by the quality and how much I like it. The fit and finish is excellent, the action is perfect and the XR lock feels like a genuine improvement over any other Axis style lock that I've owned. I bought it largely based on a review shinyedges shinyedges did a couple years back, and he sure as hell wasn't wrong.
 
/consults spreadsheet and surprised by how few:

Benchmade 940-2
Spyderco Para 2, Sage 2, Sage 5
CRK Pro Soldier
Maher & Grosh Yankee Whittler
Northwoods Presidential
 
Insipid Moniker said:
Yes, though the one that perhaps surprised me the most is the SOG Seal XR. I paid about $170 and I'm genuinely sort of floored by the quality and how much I like it. The fit and finish is excellent, the action is perfect and the XR lock feels like a genuine improvement over any other Axis style lock that I've owned. I bought it largely based on a review shinyedges shinyedges did a couple years back, and he sure as hell wasn't wrong.
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Still got it, still use it and like. Hope you been well!Screenshot_20210330-212333_Gallery.jpg
 
Insipid Moniker said:
Good to see you on, my friend! I'm loving the Seal XR and I appreciate you putting in the time to review it.

Unfortunately, had bad health news last week. Heading to OSU to meet with the team and figure out treatment tomorrow.
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Very sorry to hear this, I do wish you well. May better health come your way.
 
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