Which company makes your favorite edc

Bradford. For me, the Guardian3 in AEB-L is the perfect EDC. Tough as nails and super easy to keep sharp. I use it nearly every day, cutting cable ties, poly pipe, cardboard, etc., and rarely need to sharpen it, and then a few swipes on a bit of 240 grit sandpaper is enough to put a good working edge on it.
 
While I dont have a "favorite edc company" I've spent a lot of money on leatherman and victorinox products and use them daily, I haven't used a dedicated folding knife in a long while, I feel the blade on a multitool has been sufficient
 
Short answer - companies:
1) Spyderco
2) Benchmade
3) Kershaw

Long answer - models:
Military 2 / PM2 / Para 3 family of folders are just about perfect EDC for me - prefer mine shaving sharp with custom scales and a Lynch clip
Bugout - prefer mine with aftermarket scales and KP oversized washers
Bel Air - prefer mine with Skiff thick PB washers
Delica is still a great EDC - exclusive & sprint varieties are fun to collect
Dragonfly makes a great money clip
UKPK is often overlooked & underrated IMO (esp. G10 versions)

Honorable mention:
TRM Atom
Microtech LUDT Gen III
Demko 20.5
 
Fixed:

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Modern Folder: can’t pick just one, sorry:

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Traditional (slim and Auto 110):

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Many runner-ups, of course.
 
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Spyderco: Chaparral, Native, Sage, PITS
Bark River: PSK, ULB (love me a small fixie)
Victorinox: MiniChamp, Pioneer X, Traveller, Explorer

Mostly it's one of my Natives with the MiniChamp on the keychain.
 
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koda1820 said:
I own a few different Spyderco knives, Benchmades and a microtech folder.
I also own several Kershaw's and I've dabbled in the China knives from kizer, cavivi etc
Who makes your favorite edc?
I don't typically carry my Spydercos to often because the shape makes them harder to carry in my pocket. I have a bug out I like to carry but it definitely isn't a work horse. Doesn't feel sturdy enough to be a work horse.
I have a Kershaw heist and am iridium that I like to carry. I bought the microtech to try it out but it's pretty bulky. The kizer and civivis are ok but I feel like in some ways they're a step back.
I also have an off the grid filter that I like.
I bought the new adira mini from Benchmade it's ok as well.
I can't seem to find the perfect carry knife. I noticed lately people have been saying Benchmade has lost their way a little bit in the quality dept. I like the bug out but definitely feel like it wasn't a great value.
I feel like I appreciate Kershaw quite a bit over all good service and a decent product. I'm having a hard time justifying more expensive brands. What your favorite edc? Which company do you prefer over all the best and why?
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Try Zero Tolerance (like the 0450) - tough and smooth. Hogue Deka offers great value. If Benchmade feels overpriced, these are reliable picks. Personally, I love the Spyderco Para 3 LW - carries easy and works hard.
 
I find myself carrying a Buck folder more often than any other brand. I have some really nice Buck 110 and 112 folders that I ordered from the custom shop. I have 110 and 112 slim models with S30V and S35Vn steel that are simply amazing in their ergonomics and performance.
 
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