abbydaddy
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I am thinking that it is time to get a traditional folder. I really like modern folders. I really like one handed open, and locks, but there are times that my tactical folders are not necessarily so optimal.
I'm going to be doing some teaching in the near future, and I am thinking that maybe a knife that just rides in the pocket might be more appropriate. Also, I tend to do a fair amount of travelling, and it always bugs me to travel to states and countries where a locking 4 inch folder is illegal.
I haven't owned a slip-joint or traditional folder (other than a metal handled Svord Peasant that I am really not a fan of) since I was a teenager. I remember really liking my SAKs and old fashioned jackknives, but once I got old enough that my parents didn't mind me having locking blades I pretty much just stuck to locking bades and fixed blades.
I am looking for knives that look old-fashioned, but are still capable slicers. No clip. edit: I should also mention that I am looking for a non-locking knife since those are illegal in a lot of the places I travel And preferably 3 inches or slightly under to avoid legal difficulties. I would also prefer to avoid spending a lot my first time out. My preference would be under $50, and definitely not over $100. I know this makes a lot of the GECs a no go.
I keep an eye out for giveaways, but I have never won a giveaway of any kind, and even if I did have that sort of luck, most traditional giveaways have only been for traditional regulars. C'est la vie. A nice free knife is probably not in my destiny, so I want to ask for advice on an affordable option to possibly start me on the path to being a traditional fan.
One option I have had in mind is the AG Russell Curved Regular Jack Zulu Spear, since it seemed to meet my needs. I also have a fondness for pretty minimalist knives, so small sod-buster types would appeal to me.
Update: I am really floored by the generosity of this community. Thank you EyeDog. This is not the first time I have benefited from the generosity and camaraderie of the Blade Forums community, and I am very grateful. Now I need to find a way to pay it forward.
I'm going to be doing some teaching in the near future, and I am thinking that maybe a knife that just rides in the pocket might be more appropriate. Also, I tend to do a fair amount of travelling, and it always bugs me to travel to states and countries where a locking 4 inch folder is illegal.
I haven't owned a slip-joint or traditional folder (other than a metal handled Svord Peasant that I am really not a fan of) since I was a teenager. I remember really liking my SAKs and old fashioned jackknives, but once I got old enough that my parents didn't mind me having locking blades I pretty much just stuck to locking bades and fixed blades.
I am looking for knives that look old-fashioned, but are still capable slicers. No clip. edit: I should also mention that I am looking for a non-locking knife since those are illegal in a lot of the places I travel And preferably 3 inches or slightly under to avoid legal difficulties. I would also prefer to avoid spending a lot my first time out. My preference would be under $50, and definitely not over $100. I know this makes a lot of the GECs a no go.
I keep an eye out for giveaways, but I have never won a giveaway of any kind, and even if I did have that sort of luck, most traditional giveaways have only been for traditional regulars. C'est la vie. A nice free knife is probably not in my destiny, so I want to ask for advice on an affordable option to possibly start me on the path to being a traditional fan.
One option I have had in mind is the AG Russell Curved Regular Jack Zulu Spear, since it seemed to meet my needs. I also have a fondness for pretty minimalist knives, so small sod-buster types would appeal to me.
Update: I am really floored by the generosity of this community. Thank you EyeDog. This is not the first time I have benefited from the generosity and camaraderie of the Blade Forums community, and I am very grateful. Now I need to find a way to pay it forward.
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