Recommendation? Recommendation on a quality midrange tactical flipper?

[Berickson47]

Hey guys, looking to get a recommendation on a quality midrange flipper. Looking to spend $350 - $400. I'm mostly interested in Mid Techs but production folders might be considered. 3.5 inches is my favorite size. I'm a fan of tactical folders because they're overbuilt but I want something very smooth and reliable for EDC and outdoor use. I have a Medford 187 flipper so I'd like something similar but on bearings. Thank you!

 

[Lord_Balkan]

Olamic 247?

 

[number9]

How about a Freeman 451?

 

[dwdickey]

Second the 247. Great action. A whole lot of knife for the money.

 

[1SHOT1KILL]

Spartan Pallas or ZT 0920

http://www.bladehq.com/?search=pallas

http://www.bladehq.com/item--Zero-Tolerance-Les-George-0920--52151

 

[Mo2]

hands down, Freeman Outdoor 451 BUTTON LOCK FLIPPER FOLDER

 

[Yo Mama]

Freeman vote also here. To many options to not take a look. You can choose materials to fit your price not problem, and Jeff knows what he's doing considering he designed a few hits for Gerber. Excellent guy to deal with, and the quality is just stellar. It's a tank and easy to edc.

 

[SpySmasher]

Thirding the Freeman 451!

 

[BilboBaggins]

I think that everyone should cease recommending the Freeman until I actually own one. I recognize that this is a selfish request. Carry on.

 

[K.O.D.]

Matt Bailey newest model 2.2 has bearings now

 

[austonh]

Any of the ZT 0392 options would be my first choice. Possibly closer to the $400-$420 range though.

 

[sharp_edge]

You do not need to spend that much. A ZT0562cf should do it for you. If you insist, a Hinderer XM-18 3.5" would be a good choice as well.

 

[js1badsti]

guardian tactical helix nano

 

[whitty]

Hinderer XM-18 3.5" Harpoon Spanto. Brand new they are just slightly over your budget, but they are worth every penny!

https://flic.kr/p/W1qUNk https://www.flickr.com/photos/57703464@N02/

If you like slightly under 3.5" knives then check out the Hinderer Jurassic. At just over 3.25" it is an awesome edc and user!

https://flic.kr/p/VL7GeZ https://www.flickr.com/photos/57703464@N02/

 

[Snoow]

Anything ZT's would probably fit the bill. Never had these knives in person BUT the ZT 0562, ZT 0542, ZT 0601 would work perfect for you. All have awesome reviews.

 

[whp]

I would look at the zt0562 cf.

 

[JJ_Colt45]

So many choices in that range or below ... several great reccomendations already ... one I haven't seen mentioned that I got and quickly became one of my favorites ... the ZT 0909 ... its a big solid knife flies out when deployed and the blade shape I've found incrediblely usefully.

 

[anthony cheeseboro]

Hinderer XM-18 3.5" Harpoon Spanto. Brand new they are just slightly over your budget, but they are worth every penny!



If you like slightly under 3.5" knives then check out the Hinderer Jurassic. At just over 3.25" it is an awesome edc and user!

I know I love my XM-18, thick grind and all!