which one of these would you prefer?

Depends on what for, for EDC I'd say Delica first because it has FFG, a bigger handle, followed closely by the mini-grip, both far ahead of the CS because they're smaller and lighter to carry around, and will have quite a bit better edge holding than the AUS-8. For prying/beater knife the AK.
 
I agree with michaelm, sort of. The cold steel ak47 holds an ok edge, but gets razor sharp really easly. It is by far the strongest of the three, but if you want a strong, but not as strong knife, go for the grip. Benchmades rock.
 
For functionality, the Delica. The Minigrip just feels too small for me. I'd much rather spend a little extra and get a full size Griptilian or a Manix 2 than get the Minigrip. Also, the Delica is cheaper. Just don't get the stock Delica; go for an FFG or a waved one (there will also be an FFG in ZDP-189 coming out soon).
 
Of the 3, Delica has the best blade profile, the best steel, and the best feeling handle. The Mini-G has the smoothest opening. I don't see anything that the AK-47 does better than the other two.
 
Delica. Simply because it's a Spyderco. The Delica is a mainstay in their stable.
 
Delica. Its the best cutter of the bunch.

The grip has those terrible handle scales, and the AK just doesn't slice well enough for me compared to the other two.
 
Only had the MiniGrip and Delica. Sold them both. But I regret getting rid of the Delica. But not that the FFG Delicas are available, I'll be getting that one. Better yet, the G10 FFG Delica if I can nab one.

Never had the CS AK-47 but I heard it was one tough folder. But I'm not a fan of Cold Steel. From there designs to their "toot you own horn" marketing.
 
Delica all the way. Full flat grind, if you can find one. The FFG Delicas are amazing slicers.
 
Yeah just the top, the green, blue, purple, grey, and brown are full flat grind, the black, waved, foliage green, and white are saber ground. dark green zdp-189's are also still saber ground, but will be ffg soon.
 
I'd say to go with the mini grip. got a gp dealer exclusive in m390 on my side right now, one of my all time favorite edc blades. after that i'd say go with the delica, great blade for its money. personally i dont like the ak-47, but thats just me
 
I like the mini grip over the Delica. I like the Endura over the Delica from a looks standpoint. That's the beauty of there being so many models available.

I don't know what the scale issue is that I keep reading about.
 
I still can't decide on what knife I want. However, I have eliminated the Ak-47.
One of the things that is bugging me is, the knives I want are out of stock in most places.
So I'm wondering, Where do you guys shop for knives?
Also is there any other knives you would suggest for edc with the following requirements.
Under 3" blade
under $70 (Although I am willing to spend up to $100 if the knife is substantially better)
weight isn't an issue.
 
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