You have $800, what folder do you get with it?

[JTR357]

Personally, there is much more bang for your buck out there. This David Freeman Custom was $600 from the maker last week.

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That thing is beautiful.

 

[Jcsixx01]

That thing is beautiful.

A production version of the full size Harley OEM’d by Reate will be dropping soon.

 

[jbtm1234]

I vote oz rosie, spk lamia, les george, triiaxis midnight, olamic whippersnapper. I'm in the market in this range too so I'm loving the suggestions! Keep it going!

 

[bladerunner01]

I'm already in design and mockup talk with Uncovsky, so I've got my selection made. I've wanted one of his for a very long time now. Nothing too crazy or out there.

 

[Leo Greer]

I would love to, but I've never seen one for sale or trade that wasn't 1300 or more.

The addiction themed knife selling website has a few up for under $900 right now. I can’t mention the name here since they don’t sponsor, but you’ll be able to track it down.

But in response to the actual question… what would I personally spend $800 on? Most likely a Koenig Arius or a mini, since I’ve never got my mits on one.

What would I recommend you spend that much on from what I’m acquainted with? Since you’re not in love with Shirogorov’s design language, probably a Machinewise Sonora. They do a combination of things that’s almost impossible to find, and it makes for an incredible knife that’s equal parts form and function.



3.35” MagnaCut blade @ 63HRC blade in a 3.5 ounce package. Ground thin from .120” blade stock, Micro milled, contoured, and made in Phoenix, AZ. The pivot is a bushing system that basically freefloats.



And did I mention it’s an integral?

 

[bladerunner01]

The addiction themed knife selling website has a few up for under $900 right now. I can’t mention the name here since they don’t sponsor, but you’ll be able to track it down.

But in response to the actual question… what would I personally spend $800 on? Most likely a Koenig Arius or a mini, since I’ve never got my mits on one.

What would I recommend you spend that much on from what I’m acquainted with? Since you’re not in love with Shirogorov’s design language, probably a Machinewise Sonora. They do a combination of things that’s almost impossible to find, and it makes for an incredible knife that’s equal parts form and function.

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3.35” MagnaCut blade @ 63HRC blade in a 3.5 ounce package. Ground thin from .120” blade stock, Micro milled, contoured, and made in Phoenix, AZ. The pivot is a bushing system that basically freefloats.

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And did I mention it’s an integral?

Rosie might be next, but right now I'm all about the Uncovsky. Thanks for the recommendation that thing looks like a banger!

 

[Leo Greer]

Rosie might be next, but right now I'm all about the Uncovsky. Thanks for the recommendation that thing looks like a banger!

Uncovsky looks like an extremely interesting maker—I’d never heard of them before. I’m curious now how good the action is, since the engraving and finishing looks beautiful, but the mechanics really can make or break a knife. You’ll have to let us know!

 

[Fripfrop]

I've been on a Herman kick lately. They come in anywhere from a little below your price range to considerably more expensive but all are amazing knives!

 

[Mannlicher]

I would love to, but I've never seen one for sale or trade that wasn't 1300 or more.

you reach a certain point, and that will differ from person to person, where a given knife becomes more bling than tool. I wonder how many expensive knives are bought by folks that really can't afford them, but feel the need to 'show off' to strangers on the internet.

 

[bladerunner01]

you reach a certain point, and that will differ from person to person, where a given knife becomes more bling than tool. I wonder how many expensive knives are bought by folks that really can't afford them, but feel the need to 'show off' to strangers on the internet.

Good observation and point. I often wonder the same. Hobbyist and collectors can be a bit obsessive also. Obsessiveness can lead to over indulgence very quickly.

 

[woodysone]

Uncovsky looks like an extremely interesting maker—I’d never heard of them before. I’m curious now how good the action is, since the engraving and finishing looks beautiful, but the mechanics really can make or break a knife. You’ll have to let us know!

He was popular on the forums before Covid, his art work was engraved with a laser. His early work he included proof of concept proofs.

 

[tinfoil hat timmy]

can I have $800 ?