good carry knife?

MagSxS · March 6, 2009, 10:29 PM

Anyone have any good recommendations for a good carry knife? any brands that are particularly good?

Thanks

zoomie · March 6, 2009, 10:36 PM

Kershaw Scallion.

http://www.agrussell.com/kershaw-sca...p/KEhhh1620FL/

Bill DeShivs · March 6, 2009, 10:54 PM

I carry a SOG Flash model.

publius · March 6, 2009, 11:11 PM

I'm carrying a Kershaw right now but it will be replaced w/a Benchmade or Spyderco soon. they have the best steel right now.

MagSxS · March 7, 2009, 05:54 PM

well, those are quite pricey.
Anything not as expensive?

zoomie · March 7, 2009, 06:24 PM

You can always go to Wally World and get a $9.99 pocket knife. There are tons of decent Chinese blades for less than the above.

MagSxS · March 7, 2009, 06:27 PM

well, I hate WM. but yeah, what about the gun brands? (Remington, S&W) - are those pretty decent?

zoomie · March 7, 2009, 06:28 PM

Most of those are rebadged Chinese blades. But yeah, they'll cut stuff and stay sharp enough for long enough.

MagSxS · March 7, 2009, 06:29 PM

lol, really? That seems unusual - but ok. Thanks

Spur0701 · March 7, 2009, 06:31 PM

Spyderco LE stainless with a combo edge like this one:

http://workingperson.com/products/85...44&ci_sku=3531

But then at about $90 each after I lost the third one I deceided to do the same as I do with pens and sunglasses and buy a bunch of cheap ones and switched to these:

http://budk.com/product.asp?pn=19%20RR329D&sid=gobbk

You get a dozen for about $20 and while I would hate to trust my life to one at least I know there's always one in my pocket.

zoomie · March 7, 2009, 06:38 PM

Quote:

lol, really? That seems unusual - but ok. Thanks

Taylor makes the S&W blades. They say their "distribution facility" is in TN, but they don't mention that they get the knives from somewhere in PRC.

http://taylorbrandsllc.com/

rantingredneck · March 7, 2009, 06:44 PM

Quote:

I carry a SOG Flash model.

Me too. Good knives. Got two for 35.00 ea. from a member of my local forum recently.

To the OP,

Check into the leatherman series knives. C301 and C303 are both good knives for not a whole lot of money.

AK103K · March 7, 2009, 08:04 PM

http://www.agrussell.com/crkt-conver...e/p/CLhhh6863/

Opens with a flick of your thumb and has two locks, a liner lock with a release, and a second lock that basically fixes the blade. Easily closed one handed too.

$18

jgcoastie · March 7, 2009, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Anyone have any good recommendations for a good carry knife? any brands that are particularly good?

Thanks

Kershaw. Pick one up at Wal-Fart or any sporting goods store for $35-$100, depending on what model you want. Relatively cheap and reliable, made with good quality steel... Can't be beat for the money IMO.

The Great Mahoo · March 8, 2009, 07:44 PM

I'm partial to Columbia River these days. I used to carry a Spyder Co, but replaced it with a CRKT Mount Rainier I picked up for $35 at Gandar Mountain. I like it since it is a line-lock knife, but has a safety latch that blocks the lock and prevents it from clipping past the lock and closing (I've had that happen before).

rantingredneck · March 8, 2009, 08:08 PM

I have a few CRKT knives and am also very fond of them. None of the particular models I have are very suitable for EDC because of their size (more field/camping/hunting oriented) but they have some quality products for not much $.

RamSlammer · March 8, 2009, 08:36 PM

Benchmade Pika . . . only $30 or less and quite a bargain for a solid knife made of 440C steel. Very thin and light.

cracked91 · March 8, 2009, 09:00 PM

Its a knife. In self defense it is meant to stab somebody, not shave their arm hair. I would say get the cheapest largest folding knife you can find, unless it is so horrible the blade is literally going to fall off on impact.

golfnutrlv · March 8, 2009, 09:18 PM

I got one of these at Cabelas to replace a knife i lost. Great knife, sharp, easy to conceal, and a bargain. $40 here in Spokane.

YOu can pay a ton of money for a knife, but ultimately, this works. I woudn't want it used against me. The spring action is reliable, and easy to learn. I can draw, deploy, and old up this knife in total darkness. Its very efficient and well designed.

Gerber FAST

Bill DeShivs · March 8, 2009, 10:17 PM

"Its a knife. In self defense it is meant to stab somebody, not shave their arm hair. I would say get the cheapest largest folding knife you can find, unless it is so horrible the blade is literally going to fall off on impact."

Worst cutlery advice I have ever seen!

OttoJara · March 8, 2009, 10:27 PM

I like my Gerber Gator folding knife. good grip, stays sharp, only about $25.00

MagSxS · March 9, 2009, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AK103K

http://www.agrussell.com/crkt-conver...e/p/CLhhh6863/

Opens with a flick of your thumb and has two locks, a liner lock with a release, and a second lock that basically fixes the blade. Easily closed one handed too.

$18

flicks open with thumb, can close with one hand, and 18$?

This is what I'm looking for - thanks

If anyone has any suggestions like this, feel free

Swampghost · March 9, 2009, 12:28 AM

I don't go anywhere without a SwissArmy knife in my pocket. Gerber for self defense (in city). Puma (pricey) or Gerber in the woods.

Don't short yourself on the steel. Some of the Japanese and Chinese offerings you can't ever put an edge on much less hold it. You have to trust me on this issue, I can't tell you how many hours that I've spent trying to sharpen garbage steel.

If you can't shave with it, it's not sharp! BTW a skinning or fillet knife CAN be TOO sharp.

UncleJed · March 14, 2009, 04:28 PM

I've had three of these knives: Colt m-16 auto/manual with hidden button. I bought all mine for around $60 each, but sometimes people ask up to $90.

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March 6, 2009, 10:29 PM	#1
MagSxS Member Join Date: March 1, 2009 Location: AZ Posts: 48	good carry knife? Anyone have any good recommendations for a good carry knife? any brands that are particularly good? Thanks

March 6, 2009, 10:54 PM	#3
Bill DeShivs Senior Member Join Date: April 7, 2006 Posts: 10,985	I carry a SOG Flash model. __________________ Bill DeShivs, Master Cutler www.billdeshivs.com

March 6, 2009, 11:11 PM	#4
publius Senior Member Join Date: January 25, 2005 Location: Mississippi/Texas Posts: 2,505	I'm carrying a Kershaw right now but it will be replaced w/a Benchmade or Spyderco soon. they have the best steel right now. __________________ "Suppose you were an idiot, and suppose you were a member of Congress, but I repeat myself." Mark Twain

March 8, 2009, 08:08 PM	#16
rantingredneck Senior Member Join Date: January 12, 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,728	I have a few CRKT knives and am also very fond of them. None of the particular models I have are very suitable for EDC because of their size (more field/camping/hunting oriented) but they have some quality products for not much $. __________________ NRA Member NC Hunter's Education Instructor PCCA Member (What's PCCA you ask? <- Check the link)

March 8, 2009, 09:18 PM	#19
golfnutrlv Senior Member Join Date: November 5, 2008 Location: Spokane, WA Posts: 1,347	I got one of these at Cabelas to replace a knife i lost. Great knife, sharp, easy to conceal, and a bargain. $40 here in Spokane. YOu can pay a ton of money for a knife, but ultimately, this works. I woudn't want it used against me. The spring action is reliable, and easy to learn. I can draw, deploy, and old up this knife in total darkness. Its very efficient and well designed. Gerber FAST __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ VIGILIA PRETIUM LIBERTATIS "The price of liberty is vigilance" America is at an awkward stage. It's too late to work within the system, but too early to shoot the bastards.

March 6, 2009, 10:36 PM	#2
zoomie Senior Member Join Date: January 23, 2006 Location: GA Posts: 1,864	Kershaw Scallion. http://www.agrussell.com/kershaw-sca...p/KEhhh1620FL/

March 7, 2009, 05:54 PM	#5
MagSxS Member Join Date: March 1, 2009 Location: AZ Posts: 48	well, those are quite pricey. Anything not as expensive?

March 7, 2009, 06:24 PM	#6
zoomie Senior Member Join Date: January 23, 2006 Location: GA Posts: 1,864	You can always go to Wally World and get a $9.99 pocket knife. There are tons of decent Chinese blades for less than the above.

March 7, 2009, 06:27 PM	#7
MagSxS Member Join Date: March 1, 2009 Location: AZ Posts: 48	well, I hate WM. but yeah, what about the gun brands? (Remington, S&W) - are those pretty decent?

March 7, 2009, 06:28 PM	#8
zoomie Senior Member Join Date: January 23, 2006 Location: GA Posts: 1,864	Most of those are rebadged Chinese blades. But yeah, they'll cut stuff and stay sharp enough for long enough.

March 7, 2009, 06:29 PM	#9
MagSxS Member Join Date: March 1, 2009 Location: AZ Posts: 48	lol, really? That seems unusual - but ok. Thanks

March 7, 2009, 06:31 PM	#10
Spur0701 Senior Member Join Date: February 2, 2005 Posts: 208	Spyderco LE stainless with a combo edge like this one: http://workingperson.com/products/85...44&ci_sku=3531 But then at about $90 each after I lost the third one I deceided to do the same as I do with pens and sunglasses and buy a bunch of cheap ones and switched to these: http://budk.com/product.asp?pn=19%20RR329D&sid=gobbk You get a dozen for about $20 and while I would hate to trust my life to one at least I know there's always one in my pocket.

March 7, 2009, 08:04 PM	#13
AK103K Senior Member Join Date: May 1, 2001 Posts: 10,223	http://www.agrussell.com/crkt-conver...e/p/CLhhh6863/ Opens with a flick of your thumb and has two locks, a liner lock with a release, and a second lock that basically fixes the blade. Easily closed one handed too. $18

March 8, 2009, 07:44 PM	#15
The Great Mahoo Senior Member Join Date: June 3, 2008 Location: Pennsylvania, USA Posts: 1,269	I'm partial to Columbia River these days. I used to carry a Spyder Co, but replaced it with a CRKT Mount Rainier I picked up for $35 at Gandar Mountain. I like it since it is a line-lock knife, but has a safety latch that blocks the lock and prevents it from clipping past the lock and closing (I've had that happen before).

March 8, 2009, 08:36 PM	#17
RamSlammer Senior Member Join Date: November 5, 2008 Location: Arkansas Posts: 722	Benchmade Pika . . . only $30 or less and quite a bargain for a solid knife made of 440C steel. Very thin and light.

March 8, 2009, 09:00 PM	#18
cracked91 Senior Member Join Date: February 17, 2009 Posts: 385	Its a knife. In self defense it is meant to stab somebody, not shave their arm hair. I would say get the cheapest largest folding knife you can find, unless it is so horrible the blade is literally going to fall off on impact.

March 8, 2009, 10:17 PM	#20
Bill DeShivs Senior Member Join Date: April 7, 2006 Posts: 10,985	"Its a knife. In self defense it is meant to stab somebody, not shave their arm hair. I would say get the cheapest largest folding knife you can find, unless it is so horrible the blade is literally going to fall off on impact." Worst cutlery advice I have ever seen! __________________ Bill DeShivs, Master Cutler www.billdeshivs.com

March 8, 2009, 10:27 PM	#21
OttoJara Senior Member Join Date: November 14, 2008 Location: Palm Beach County, Florida Posts: 459	I like my Gerber Gator folding knife. good grip, stays sharp, only about $25.00 __________________ The early bird may get the worm, but, the second rat, gets the cheese. "A fear of weapons, is a sign of retarded sexual and emotional maturity." Sigmund Freud

March 9, 2009, 12:28 AM	#23
Swampghost Senior Member Join Date: April 18, 2008 Location: Florida, east coast Posts: 2,106	I don't go anywhere without a SwissArmy knife in my pocket. Gerber for self defense (in city). Puma (pricey) or Gerber in the woods. Don't short yourself on the steel. Some of the Japanese and Chinese offerings you can't ever put an edge on much less hold it. You have to trust me on this issue, I can't tell you how many hours that I've spent trying to sharpen garbage steel. If you can't shave with it, it's not sharp! BTW a skinning or fillet knife CAN be TOO sharp. __________________ NRA Patron Member

March 14, 2009, 04:28 PM	#24
UncleJed Member Join Date: January 5, 2008 Posts: 20	I've had three of these knives: Colt m-16 auto/manual with hidden button. I bought all mine for around $60 each, but sometimes people ask up to $90.

March 19, 2009, 06:33 PM	#25
mp25ds4 Senior Member Join Date: March 6, 2009 Posts: 392	boker kalashnikov, for around 35$ on ebay