Which Auto Should I Get?

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Nephron44

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Hey everyone!
So according to a knife rights website, Thursday the Wisconsin senate passed the bill to allow switchblades! While we all wait for Governor Walker's signature, I've been thinking about which auto to get when it passes into law. My budget is 200 USD, and I would like a single edge blade under 3.5 inches, and it must have some sort of safety on it. What do you all think? Thanks!
 
Protech CQC 7.

May I ask why the need for a safety?

If you can go without it, there are lots of different Protechs in your price and size range.
 
benchwarmer380 said:
Protech CQC 7.

May I ask why the need for a safety?

If you can go without it, there are lots of different Protechs in your price and size range.
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I personally really like having the safety even on my mini barrage, and until I get used to an auto I want a safety on that as well. Also, this will be a gift from my fiancé who said it needs to have a safety (she's just finally getting comfortable with the fact that my Glock doesn't technically have a safety, ugh).
 
I'd go with a Pro Tech.

Also, check out an Al Mar SERE or Eagle automatic.
 
Hogue makes an auto with a safety.
Have not tried the auto but have one of their EX-02 flippers and I really like it.
Protech if you can do without the safety. Although the Whiskers model is just like having an auto.
Al Mar Sere has a safety and some Microtechs.
Good luck with your search.
Cheers
 
I'd say get an Ultratech.

It doesn't have a safety, but there is absolutely no need for one. You'd have to handle one to understand, but the opening mechanism is under constant spring tension and it would be nearly impossible for it to accidentally open up.

I think it might be over your price limit, but not by much. Nothing is cooler than a quality OTF!
 
Nephron44 said:
Sorry guys, it has to have a safety :/
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Just like a firearm the real safety is between your ears! :) never put an auto in a back pocket, Side on a cargo. workman's type pant or side of your front pocket on a pair of jeans. No pressure? No Opening! ;)

I like the Kershaw 7100, Great price, well made, in the USA. I sell them, PM if you are interested? Protech also makes a solid product.
 
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Sorry I couldn't resist! :rolleyes:

On a serious note, check out one of Colonial paratrooper autos. Not too expensive, makes a good first auto to see if they're for you, and has a safety. image.jpegI do agree however, u really don't need a safety on most modern autos, so my choice of auto would be a Microtech, preferably a Scarab or a Trodoon. Good luck, and I'm jealous! No autos allowed in my state
 
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A couple that spring to mind from my collection that might fit your needs are the Hogue EX-A03, Meyerco MFXRAY4, SOG Spec Elite II and the Emerson CQC7. Each has proven to be solid knife.
 
So I was looking at the Emerson/Protech CQC 7 and noticed there is a model with what appears to be a safety. Does Emerson or Protech manufacture this knife? How is the warranty of whoever manufactures these? I don't want to blow my budget on an auto without a nice warranty because of all the moving parts that make failure more likely (not saying it will fail, but more moving parts usually means more to break).
 
Its Emersons classic design manufactured by Protech.

Ive only read of a couple instances regarding Protechs warranty and they were positive.
 
The CQC-7 auto is a good choice. I EDC the Emerson thumber. My current ProTech is a TR-4 plain satin. I have more confidence in their springs than other brands, too.

The ProTech warranty is decent, excludes disassembly and normal wear and tear. I've never had to use it, but I've heard nothing but good about their customer service and responsiveness, most of it here. Especially vs. their chief competitor whose service is apparently a nightmare.

The knife is manufactured by ProTech. But you should check the retailer's warranty and return policy also--see if there's overlap or advantage somewhere. And be sure they send you a new one and not one that's been returned. I know they are good knives.
 
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