Wolverine666
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Lots of great choices in this thread so far. Here’s one more. Benchmade Presidio 2 CF Elite. $124 brand new.
What is the model in the bottom pic. Like the look of that
BM Grip, Bugout, 940, Spyderco Delica, PM3 and PM2 are all great all-time classics, they go without saying...I would also add in Brisa Enzo Birk 75, if you are into Scandi grind with great opening/closing action.
That’s the Enzo Birk.What is the model in the bottom pic. Like the look of that
What are you defining as an "upgrade"? Edge retention (kind of objective)? Materials and feel (much more subjective)?
The Stinger and you have actually have pretty good edge performance mated to a relatively thin BTE that really punch above what their pricing would suggest. Build quality on those is also quite good already.
It’s rare a forum post actually makes me laugh out loud. Well done!I like that. But why is the blade stock so thin?
I was thinking the same thing ! Made me laugh thoughIt’s rare a forum post actually makes me laugh out loud. Well done!
Also, my vote goes to the Endura K390!
These are great points.
Going larger will give you some good differentiation from the two knives you already own, whether that's 3.5" (medium) or something in the 4" range.
If you want something with premium materials which will feel like a notch up from your current knives, Kizer has a ton of titanium frame locks for under $150 and their fit and finish is excellent. Definitely worth a look.
Folks have already mentioned the Griptilian and Para Military 2, but the Grip has a thick handle that you might not love if slimness is your jam (although it's a great knife). The PM2 might not be a steel upgrade at your price point, but it carries slim and nudges you up to a larger knife; fantastic ergos and fit and finish, too. Both of those have new-to-you locks -- Axis and compression, respectively -- which are a ton of fun to fidget with and use.
The Drop Keen is right at $150, has Ti/Ti handles and a great blade in a solid steel, and sits right at 3.5" blade length. Long wait from Drop (shipping time), but an excellent EDC choice.
I like that. But why is the blade stock so thin?
Thanks again for the information! Definitely would like a 3.5 inch blade perhaps in slim package
Could I interest you in a "pocket fixed blade"?
I doubt that s a slicer. That s for people who really hate hollow grinds.
Thanks again for the information! Definitely would like a 3.5 inch blade perhaps in slim package