What's the most bang-for-buck EDC folder?

[Moloko Plus]

This is a silly question, since there are many great folders made by many great brands in many great models. So I'll try to narrow down my specs:

1. It must be reasonably sized (not huge) and have a pocket clip.
2. It must be easy to find one without paying out the nose or getting on a waiting list.
3. It can't have an Americanized "tanto" tip.
4. It must be easy to open, easy to clean, sharp as the devil and tough as hell.

I was thinking of the Fallkniven PXL, but the thumbstud is tiny and looks very uncomfortable and difficult to operate if the opening mechanism wasn't always clean and well-oiled. I was also thinking of the Chris Reeve Sebenza, but they are pricey and there are a lot of equally pricey folders out there that might be better options.

Suggestions, links, and of course pics will all help. Thank you!

 

[T.K.C.]

That all depends on how much YOU want to spend!

 

[JD Mandrell]

Benchmade Griptilian.

 

[salty141]

Not trying to be a smart ass, but what do you mean by reasonable size? WHat would you like 3-3.5 in. or about what?
Also as TKC asked what are you looking to spend?
What is its purpose? general edc?

 

[metaxasm]

My choices for a nice edc would go Spydie Delica, Buck Mayo TNT, and the Sebenza.

http://www.newgraham.com/SearchResult.aspx?KeyWords=delica Lot's of variations.

http://www.newgraham.com/detail.aspx?ID=4362 Very Close to a Seb.

http://www.newgraham.com/detail.aspx?ID=3637 The best...

 

[jeffreyliu838]

My favorite knife is the Spyderco Native, right now. Under 40 bucks, S30V, fits very well in the hand...

Then again, I've never had a Sebenza.

 

[mall ninja]

Benchmade Griptilian

 

[Bushman5]

KABAR M.U.L.E.

built like a tank, not too heavy, lockback with David Boye Dent, comes razor sharp when new, and comes with a multi position nylon sheath with BOTH velcro and snap buttons to prevent knife loss.

Cheap at around $50 - 60

edit: on sale: http://www.knivesplus.com/ka-bar-knife-mule-ka-3052.html

 

[he who say]

spyderco centofaunteIII

 

[Fallbrook Forge]

http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=294


I think you'd be hard pressed to beat this deal

 

[A.P.F.]

Sounds like you just described either a Griptilian or a Native.

 

[statmonster]

For about the same price or less as the Fallkniven PXL you can buy a Blade-Tech Rijbak. It meets your stated specifications and has a great pedigree i.e. both Blade-Tech and Greg Lightfoot. It is easy to open and easy to maintain in the field.

Dave

 

[IronSteve]

IMO the Delica 4

but the Boker Trance seems like the logical choice(25 bucks!?!?)

 

[cereedy]

sounds like a Benchmade Griptilion. or a little bit larger a Benchmade 710D2.

 

[IronSteve]

http://spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=294


I think you'd be hard pressed to beat this deal

I agree, I couldnt be happier with that knife.

 

[Flatlander1963]

Benchmade Griptilian, Spyderco Tenacious, Spyderco Native S30V. The two spydie's can be had for under $50. The Grip around $65.

I have all three and I like the Grip the best. Mine is a D2 and olive from Cabela's (Mel Pardue drop point). The others are both very good EDC's as well.

 

[udtjim]

My two favorites are the Kershaw Black out Spyderco Endura. This said, size wise the Delica might work better for you.

 

[JTR357]

My favorite knife is the Spyderco Native, right now. Under 40 bucks, S30V, fits very well in the hand...

+1:thumbup: Definately the most B4B,or a Buck 110

 

[JTR357]

Check out Browning's Icestorm.VG-10 blade & it's made by Mcusta....approx.$30-$40

 

[Lycosa]

Yup. Boker Trance or Hyper.