what would you suggest??

[spyderco_freak]

Hey im looking for a all around good folding knife. It can't be an auto or balisong. Also im thinking around $150. Got any suggestions?

 

[Insipid Moniker]

The combination of price range and screen name would indicate a Paramilitary 2, but since they can be hard to come by, maybe a Stretch in ZDP-189? It's probably the best modern slicer I own. Another good possibility would be the venerable Benchmade 710.

 

[416isToronto]

Another vote for the 710. If you get a chance to handle one, I am sure you will be convinced!

 

[Drudge]

I always have and always will recommend the Ritter Griptilian.

 

[evildick]

I would vot for a Spyderco Military.

 

[CWIN]

$150 gives you a lot of options. My favorite for around that price point are Benchmade 710, 940, or a Ritter Griptilian. I also recommend a Sypderco Paramilitary 2. Great all around knives IMHO.

 

[Yo Mama]

Check out the Benchmade Bone Collector 15020.

 

[zl1]

Sage series

 

[viper89]

I would suggest a Spyderco Native 5 or a Kershaw Junkyard Dog DLC.

 

[DShiflet]

Spyderco Military or Sage 2?

 

[Onies]

Para 2 or Gayle Bradley if in the mood for Spyderco. Benchmade 710 is a good pick if you don't mind recurves. The Benchmade 707 Sequel is a great little knife too.

 

[TriviaMonster]

Maybe a traditional, like a GEC or a few Case knives? Or a Benchmade 710-2 (M390). Or a Benchmade mini Onslaught in D2 with the carbon fiber scales if you can one. Those are fantastic and slice with the best of 'em.

 

[spyderco_freak]

I was looking at the Spyderco Manix 2. Is it any good?

 

[crowmagnon]

All-around?
My top 10 in no order:

-Benchmade Griptilian
-Spyderco Military
-Hogue EX01
-CRKT Eraser
-Mcusta Katana
-Benchmade 710
-ZT 0200
-Spyderco Endura
-Spyderco Tenacious
-Benchmade Presidio Ultra

 

[timberweasel]

If you can squeeze another $30 into the budget, I'd recommend a Scagel Fruitport for something a little different. I haven't seen too many of 'em on the Forums but they are excellent knives. They are a little on the pricey side but worth it, imo: made for KSF by Great Eastern Cutlery, sharpened by Bark River and each comes with a very nice leather slip-pouch made by Sharpshooter... :thumbup:

Scagel Fruitport Wharnie in Ram's Horn and Al Mar Eagle Ultralight

Good luck, OP!

-Timber

 

[DShiflet]

I was looking at the Spyderco Manix 2. Is it any good?

Yes. Native, Endura, Manix 2, Sage...all good and all well within your range.

 

[simioh]

710, One of my most used knives. The others are Benchmade 550 Griptilian and Spyderco Endura ZDP.

 

[Yo Mama]

I was looking at the Spyderco Manix 2. Is it any good?

It's my favorite blade. Check out the XL version if you want a truly huge folder.

 

[Lee D]

Scagel Fruitport Wharnie in Ram's Horn and Al Mar Eagle Ultralight

scagel....very purrrrty :thumbup:

 

[jonnyt16]

A lot of suggestions for the Paramilitary 2, but, where are you guys buying them from??? I can't seem to find one in stock anywhere.

Preferably the black blade, camo version.