Yes, another EDC knife question

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Hey all, I've been lurking for a while and finally joined a few weeks ago. This is my first post and I hate to be THAT guy, but I need some help on choosing an EDC knife.

Right now I carry a Leatherman Juice CS4 which I really like, although if I were to buy another multitool it'd be something a little smaller. The one thing I don't like is the small knife; it works for quick, simple cutting, but that's about it.

What I want is a more dedicated knife with a solid lock so I can cut without needing to worry about the knife folding on me. A must for me is a good pocket clip that allows for the knife to sit deeply in my pocket.

Naturally, I have gravitated towards SOG's knives because of their pocket clip design. In fact, until a few days ago I was dead-set on getting a Flash 1, but then I started looking into other knives in the same category and basically ended up not knowing what I want.

In essence, what I'm looking for is a light (2oz or so), sub-$50 knife with a blade length around 3", and a deep-sitting pocket clip. I'd prefer assisted open, but that isn't even close to a must have feature. The only reason I am unsure about the Flash 1 is because of the smallish 2.5" blade. Am I wrong in assuming a 3" blade will give me any significant increase in utility over a 2.5"?

Thanks in advance and feel free to throw in any suggestions or advice you may have.
 
You might want to take a look at the Spyderco Delica 4 FFG.(2.875" blade and 2.3 oz). There are also a number of Kershaw designs (both AO and non) that would fit your requirements.
 
you beat me to it brewcity,

delica sounds perfect, and for your utility tasks, get the FFG version
 
I have a Delica 4 FFG, a Kershaw Leek, a Buck Vantage Avid, and a Cold Steel Voyager medium and I highly recommend each of them.
 
He asks three times for a knife with a low-riding clip. The only recommendation that fits so far is the Buck Vantage series and the Sogs. The others (Delica, Leek, and Voyager) have normal pocket clips.

If you want, you could also buy a low-riding clip for whatever knife you pick, but that'd probably push you over your $50 limit.

As far as a significant increase in utility between 2.5 and 3, no, there's not really a big difference in utility, but the handle might feel better. Try out and handle different knives before you buy, if you can.
 
After some research I've narrowed it down to the Buck Vantage, the Kershaw Leek, and the Spyderco Delica 4 with the Buck being the favorite thus far. I also haven't ruled out the Flash 1, but unless I can get one in my hands to play with it's the underdog of the group. Maybe I should just buy them all ;)

Ultimately I'm going to have to make it down to a knife dealer and check out these knives in person. Thanks for the suggestions and a bit of direction.
 
the kershaw skyline is super light weight and falls in to your range. make sure to get teh g10 handle version though
 
Welcome to Bladeforums, the gateway drug to full blown knife collecting addiction!

The suggestions above are spot on, and for what you describe, I think they will work well. If you ever want to try a different route, I EDC a fixed blade every day. There are a ton of options, it's a very simple way to carry a knife, and they won't fail you.

Just a thought!
 
I think I agree with the above, with top spot going to the Buck.

One thing to note is the different steels used.

IIRC SOGs use AUS 8, while Spyderco uses VG10 and Buck Vantage Pro, S30V. All are good steels with slightly different attributes.

The AUS 8 will polish up easily and hold an excellent edge for a goodly amount of time. VG10 is similar, but with better edge holding and can go a little thinner.

S30V is great if you want your knife to work hard, but not so great for light duty as it loses a razor edge a little quicker than VG10. However, for prolonged use there is little better ("Little" meaning "S90V")
 
Thanks again everybody, I'm still on my search and have had a hell of time finding anything at the stores around here. There are two knife specialty stores in my area, one about 10 miles away and the other about 20 miles away and I'm probably going to have to visit each of them in my search for these knives.

I did manage to find a Kershaw Leek at the local REI and while comfortable and solid feeling, I am not a fan of the blade shape.
 
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