As a future beckerhead, but someone who knows a good bit about fixed EDC and how to not scare sheeple, I would reccomend a nice traditional folder. You'll find it works for just about everything you need in day to day stuff, lunch time peeling and slicing, and won't scare anybody. Case id nice, a stockman is my favorite traditional pattern. Just make sure to look at what you're buying in person if going with Case, as F&F isn't always consistent. If you have some more money, a GEC is a great choice. I just wouldn't pair a fixed with a modern folder, because both can scare people easily.
Connor