Yeah I would prefer to keep it as 'traditional' as possible. Thanks for the ideas, everyone.
Nicer version of a Buck 112?
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Yeah I would prefer to keep it as 'traditional' as possible. Thanks for the ideas, everyone.
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I would recommend puma. Depending on your price range. The aristocrat series are similar in look to the buck's. Have a look for a vintage model with date code stamped into the lock bar. The quality has lessened off & they no longer date stamp the bar. I have a 1975 Duke, which is just about identical in size to a 112. Holds a great edge. I have 3 vintage folders.
Take a look at these sites they specialise in the older models
www.pumaonly.com
www.pumaknifeguy.com
I have never dealt with them but there prices seem pretty reasonable. Hope this helps.
Mitch
Take a look at these sites they specialise in the older models
www.pumaonly.com
www.pumaknifeguy.com
I have never dealt with them but there prices seem pretty reasonable. Hope this helps.
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How about an EKA lockback? They use 12C27 and the designs are really nice. I own three and like them all very much. In fact, I like my Swede 82 much better than my Buck 110 or 112.
A Swede 88 would probably work for office carry, and it's only $29!! http://www.ragweedforge.com/eka-catalog.html
If you decide to stray a bit from traditional handle materials, Kershaw's Gentleman's Lockback with a VG-10 blade and black micarta handle is perfect for suit-carry. It's very slim and elegant and is very smooth.
A Swede 88 would probably work for office carry, and it's only $29!! http://www.ragweedforge.com/eka-catalog.html
If you decide to stray a bit from traditional handle materials, Kershaw's Gentleman's Lockback with a VG-10 blade and black micarta handle is perfect for suit-carry. It's very slim and elegant and is very smooth.