Pocketknives/Kitchen Knives/Fixed Blades
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Only knife I would ever consider using as a pry bar is a Hinderer, knives are for cutting…just sayin.
And if I were to use a Hinderer for that, it would be because my family is on the other side of a door in a room that's on fire
Amen. I sometimes have trouble using my XM-18s (especially when they're new) for normal tasks.
But seriously, it is a VERY BAD idea to use any folder for prying, I don't care how "hard use" the folder is. If you must pry with a tool made to cut go with a Busse and you should be fine.
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You might want to send your knife in for servicing.
I will eventually. They really do a complete check-up for free, it's quite nice!.. As soon as I'm mentally able to miss it for a week or two… ::)
Unless you need to have something replaced because of abuse, then you'll have to pay for it. And they can can tell when it's been abused. Chris one time pointed out a user/abuser had flicked his knife open hundreds of time by the way that the stop pin was deformed. Pretty amazing
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You might want to send your knife in for servicing.
I will eventually. They really do a complete check-up for free, it's quite nice!.. As soon as I'm mentally able to miss it for a week or two… ::)
Try a CRKT Eros or Ripple. They come in two sizes as well. They flip as fast if not faster than an automatic. Great fun for the price. Should keep you busy for a couple weeks.
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Alright knife guys, I want an assisted open, 4" or smaller, made in USA(unless you convince me otherwise) pocket knife for under $75.
Any ideas?
I'm more interested in the Levis of the knife world or my cash flow is anyways…
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Microtech might be worth checking out…
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I love my Kershaw 1620 frame lock, and my wife loves the pink mini version I got her. Make it a him/her thing
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If shopping on eBay, buy from this lad:
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Alright knife guys, I want an assisted open, 4" or smaller, made in USA(unless you convince me otherwise) pocket knife for under $75.
Any ideas?
I'm more interested in the Levis of the knife world or my cash flow is anyways…
If you're willing to go a little over your $75 budget:
http://www.knifeworks.com/kershawkenonionbluraluminumandcarbonfiberhandles154cm.aspx
It's a classic. And Alton Brown's every day carry. Great knife materials. There are other Blurs that cost less, but they use skateboard tape on the handle, and will not be kind on your jeans
The Kershaw Leek is also one of my favorites. This one is particularly awesome
http://www.knifeworks.com/kershawleekstainlesssteelhandlesandvik13c26cpm-d2compositeplainedge.aspx
If you're willing to budge from your made in the USA requirement:
http://www.knifeworks.com/columbiariveronionripplebluestainlesssteelhandleplainedge.aspx
It's not assisted open, doesn't need the spring. It uses ball bearings in the handle, and flips open faster than an assisted open. It's Jody's every day carry, I carry mine occassionally (I usually carry a CRKT Eros). Slim, fast, great ergonomics, and really really beautiful. Made in Taiwan, but the warranty is fantastic as the company is headquartered in Portland. They'll take care of you if you have any issues
Btw, you might have issues getting a knife shipped to NY by a retailer because of the current knife crackdown there. Best bet is to use a proxy
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I'm gonna look over all these. And you just read my mind Doug. Kershaw Cryo and Leek were in my amazon cart last night but I waited to see if anyone had any advice. Looks like I was on the right cheap track.
Also, I've only had CRKT knives for the last few years and I do really love the brand too. I'll look into the Eros as well.
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Giles, where did you get the Chives?
