What's with the 3.5" mark?

Jamn

Jamn

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I am looking for a folder and everyone that I like the blade is always under 4". I want a folder I can carry everyday to replace my CRKT M-16 OIF that has a 4" blade. I saw a few Cold Steel models but wanted something with a heavier handle right around $100-$125 at most. Any suggestions? Thanks.
 
Have you taken a look at the Spyderco Police 3 with G-10 handles or the Spyderco Military?
 
pagey1973 said:
:thumbup: Military.
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You only need to choose a color. :thumbup:

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I think due to many states imposing a length restriction on blades, there isnt a huge market for 4 inch+ blades on folders.

Military is a great knife.

I've heard good things about the Lone Wolf t2 as well.
 
i recently got a gerber applegate combat, its a pretty big folder. i like it, its blade is over 4 inches.

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3mptin3ss said:
i recently got a gerber applegate combat, its a pretty big folder. i like it, its blade is over 4 inches.

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Id buy that in a heartbeat, if it was available in PE :grumpy:

You could sharpen the swedge because the blade is completly incased in the handle, correct?

:)
 
Jamn said:
I am looking for a folder and everyone that I like the blade is always under 4". I want a folder I can carry everyday to replace my CRKT M-16 OIF that has a 4" blade. I saw a few Cold Steel models but wanted something with a heavier handle right around $100-$125 at most. Any suggestions? Thanks.
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I also suggest the Spydie Millitary. If you want a large folder I also think highly of the Benchmade Rukus. It's a pig. You might be able to find either in your price range.
 
Thanks for the suggestions. I did own a spyderco police in all stainless before. I know where there is an Applegate full size folder for $80, the only thing that stopped me was it didn't have a pocket clip. I'll check out the models suggested.
 
pagey1973 said:
Id buy that in a heartbeat, if it was available in PE :grumpy:

You could sharpen the swedge because the blade is completly incased in the handle, correct?

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dont let the combo edge turn you off, its still a nice big knife. yeah you could sharpen the other side if you wanted, but i dont think its really necessary.
 
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Hi Jamn,

Most knife makers have to be aware of the laws regarding knives through out their distribution. Spyderco distributes in the US, but also in 50+ countries.

It seems that most laws regarding knives are local to a given area and most are based on blade size.

Texas is an exception to the rule. (although it is illegal to carry a locking knife in San Antonio).

There is a also the question of practical size. A 4" blade folder will generally have a handle length of 4.5" - 5.5". This is a normal size range for a handle for a folder or a fixed blade. When a blade goes to 5.0" or larger, then the handle becomes quite large and it might be more practical to carry a fixed blade.

We do have a concept model folder design by Laci Szabo that is quite large (over 4 inches) and it received good reaction at the Blade Magazine show. We're considering the model for production, but it would be a ways off.

sal
 
Wow.. I bought a few locking blade folders in san antonio a few years ago. I didnt know they were illegal.

I believe Texas' limit is 5.5 in. on any knife in public.
 
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