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    nixage
    Raw and Unwashed
    Joined: 19 Mar 2010

    yep.  I'm only getting the RC-4 for my backpack.  I'll never carry it on my side unless I'm camping.  But….I do want something that's tough as hell for my pack and this one fits the bill without being overkill (price), plus it has the best warranty in the industry.

    As far as an EDC goes, I'm looking at getting one of the new William Henry E6 EDC.  I have the Sebenza but sometimes it's a bit large.

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      DougNg
      Joined: 24 Sept 2009

      Nixage, did you see the WH exclusive that TAD Gear has? HOTTTTTTTTTTTTT

      I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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        LandoCal126 0
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        Joined: 2 Oct 2009

        I need a new knife. Looking for a folding knife with an Arc Lock. Also, not really a fan of quick release. I have owned two Sogg's in the past and enjoyed everything about them except for their pocket clips which were connected to the end of the handle as opposed to the middle or 3/4 area. They both broke off and have since been lost. Any recommendations from those of you schooled in knives would be great! General use would be for EDC. Need to be CA street legal. Thanks!

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          nixage
          Raw and Unwashed
          Joined: 19 Mar 2010

          @LandoCal126:

          I need a new knife. Looking for a folding knife with an Arc Lock. Also, not really a fan of quick release. I have owned two Sogg's in the past and enjoyed everything about them except for their pocket clips which were connected to the end of the handle as opposed to the middle or 3/4 area. They both broke off and have since been lost. Any recommendations from those of you schooled in knives would be great! General use would be for EDC. Need to be CA street legal. Thanks!

          I've never had an Arc lock but the Benchmade Axis lock seems to be very similar.  If you definitely don't want anything but that type of lock then I can definitely recommend the Benchmade.  I have a 710, which is 3.9" (blade).  You can see it here:  http://www.benchmade.com/products/710
          There's also a smaller version http://www.benchmade.com/products/705 which is made of CPM154 (stainless) instead of the D2 tool steel.  Both are great!

          Other ones I like are Chris Reeve Sebenza, Mnandi (frame locks), and William Henry E6 EDC (button lock).

          I don't think CA has any laws against length of the blade:
          http://zknives.com/knives/articles/law/caknifelaws.shtml
          http://www.ninehundred.net/~equalccw/knifelaw.html

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            nixage
            Raw and Unwashed
            Joined: 19 Mar 2010

            Oh and check out the Benchmade 707.  I'm really liking that one as well.  by the way, what length blade are you looking for?

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              LandoCal126 0
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              nixage you are right, no limit in CA. What are the laws in NY? I am looking for something no bigger than Blade Length 3.75" x .125" and Overall Length 8.37".

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                nixage
                Raw and Unwashed
                Joined: 19 Mar 2010

                Looks like the law in NY is up to 4" but you may want to do some google'ing on that  Here's a link to start you off:  http://knife-expert.com/ny.txt

                I should have also asked what price range you're looking at.  Check out knifeforums.com and bladeforums.com as well.

                I think if you want to stick to around $100 then the 707 is good bet.  For an EDC a 3" blade is really plenty.

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                  Dchill
                  Joined: 26 Jan 2010

                  Hey Lando, I have the benchmade barrage.  I've been pleased with it thus far.

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                    LandoCal126 0
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                    Right on! Thanks guys. I will be getting one in the near future but just have to decide which model I want…

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                      braille_teeth
                      Joined: 6 Apr 2010

                      The AXIS locking mechanism is amazing. I heartily recommend the Benchmade models designed by Osborne… the 942 and 943 are particularly beautiful knives. (go to WeBeKnives on pier 39 if you want to handle these in person - horrible location, great friendly knifeshop in SF - they also carry Chris Reeve.. who, I must say, makes MOTHERFUCKING DELICIOUS knives. Definite kinship betwixt IH and CR knives in terms of overbuilt, superdurable classic design.)

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                        DougNg
                        Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                        In production knives, the Benchmade MPR 755 is the new hot thing. It's not an Axis lock, it's a framelock

                        You can get it at knifeworks.com for about 150

                        In NYC, the legal blade length limit is 4", and it has to be completely concealed. That means, the clip cannot be exposed on your pocket. That being said, I've never gotten any shit about my knife, but I've heard some stories

                        I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                          DougNg
                          Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                          @braille_teeth:

                          The AXIS locking mechanism is amazing. I heartily recommend the Benchmade models designed by Osborne… the 942 and 943 are particularly beautiful knives. (go to WeBeKnives on pier 39 if you want to handle these in person - horrible location, great friendly knifeshop in SF - they also carry Chris Reeve.. who, I must say, makes MOTHERFUCKING DELICIOUS knives. Definite kinship betwixt IH and CR knives in terms of overbuilt, superdurable classic design.)

                          I agree, over the years, I've had a LOT of knives…not nearly as many as Commodorewheeler, but my fair share. I've had folders as expensive as $600, and as cheap as $50, and nothing really has the staying power in my pocket as a CRK. My Sebenza is actually getting a refurb at the CRK shop, it's been getting beat up for years now and it's time for some TLC from the shop.

                          If you can, I would recommend feeling up both the Sebenza and the Umnumzaan. The Umnumzaan is the only knife to replace the Sebenza as my heavy use EDC

                          Re: AXIS Lock, my step son has a Benchmade Griptilian which he loves, but the AXIS lock never did anything for me. Maybe it's because I'm used to liner/frame locks, but the AXIS just seems to be a pain in the ass to unlock for me

                          I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                            nixage
                            Raw and Unwashed
                            Joined: 19 Mar 2010

                            All great points.  Personally if I was looking at an axis type of lock then I'd go Benchmade.  If going framelock, I'd go Sebenza, which has a bushing to keep it from being over tightened and also keeps the blade centered (google it).

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                              DougNg
                              Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                              But the Umnumzaan has got the ceramic ball interface between the lockbar and blade tang!

                              Take that!!!

                              Both are great knives for their own reasons, that's why I always tell people that if they can, handle both before choosing one. Or be like me and own both…

                              I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                                DougNg
                                Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                                Or get a fixed blade…I promise it'll never close on your fingers 😉

                                I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                                  mikecch
                                  Joined: 23 Apr 2010

                                  Here are my old fashioned pocket knives:

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                                    LandoCal126 0
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                                    Joined: 2 Oct 2009

                                    I guess tomorrow I will be making the dreaded trip down to Pier 39 to WeBeKnives… Been there before and know it is one of the only spots in SF but it is a bit expensive. I will go and handle everything you have all discussed and make a decision. I normally would go onto the Internet right after going into the shop and find the item much cheaper, but as it is basically the only spot in SF of its kind I will prob pay extra to support it. Pictures to come. Might have a new blade tomorrow!

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                                      DougNg
                                      Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                                      @mikecch:

                                      Here are my old fashioned pocket knives:

                                      Is the bottom one a cotton sampler?

                                      I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                                        DougNg
                                        Joined: 24 Sept 2009

                                        @LandoCal126:

                                        I guess tomorrow I will be making the dreaded trip down to Pier 39 to WeBeKnives… Been there before and know it is one of the only spots in SF but it is a bit expensive. I will go and handle everything you have all discussed and make a decision. I normally would go onto the Internet right after going into the shop and find the item much cheaper, but as it is basically the only spot in SF of its kind I will prob pay extra to support it. Pictures to come. Might have a new blade tomorrow!

                                        Lando, have you ever been to TAD Gear?

                                        I know violence is not the answer, I got it wrong on purpose

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                                          daveo
                                          Raw and Unwashed
                                          Joined: 12 Oct 2009

                                          TAD rocks…

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