I'm getting married in a few months and I still have no idea what to give my groomsmen. I heard mention of giving an engraved knife. Anyone have any leads on an idea like this? I'd want something relatively inexpensive (keep it under $100, maybe closer to $50). 3"-4" blade, locking folder with clip (like a Kershaw Ken Onion Scallion). Thanks!
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MatthewVanitas
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Benchmade Mini-Ambush goes for around $30 online. Part of the "Red" line of Benchmade products, which are made offshore but supervised by Benchmade.
Pretty similar to a mini-Griptilian, with Axis lock and all, but about half the price.
Any of the Kershaws (Scallion, Leek, Chive) would also be pretty dang cool, and those are all under $50. Depending how outdoorsy your guys are, a smaller "gentleman's knife" like the Chive or Scallion might come in even handier than a larger knife.
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Pretty similar to a mini-Griptilian, with Axis lock and all, but about half the price.
Any of the Kershaws (Scallion, Leek, Chive) would also be pretty dang cool, and those are all under $50. Depending how outdoorsy your guys are, a smaller "gentleman's knife" like the Chive or Scallion might come in even handier than a larger knife.
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Cutlery Shoppe used to offer engraving on almost everything they sold. Plenty of knives/tools/flashligts to pick from.
http://www.cutleryshoppe.com/
http://www.cutleryshoppe.com/
hwp
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Smokey Mountain Knife works offers an engraving service in their retail store. I would think they could do the same thing with an order as well. I have had this done there many times and have been very pleased.
I think the timeless and classic designs of a Case slipjoint are more suited for such a gift. To me modern folders are tools and while they serve a purpose I much prefer the classy look of a traditional slipjoint.
I think 30 yrs from now the Case knife will be far more desireable to the owner than a cheap tactical folder.
I have several modern folding knives and they are all very good but I abuse those knives while I "enjoy" my tradional pocketknives.
I think the timeless and classic designs of a Case slipjoint are more suited for such a gift. To me modern folders are tools and while they serve a purpose I much prefer the classy look of a traditional slipjoint.
I think 30 yrs from now the Case knife will be far more desireable to the owner than a cheap tactical folder.
I have several modern folding knives and they are all very good but I abuse those knives while I "enjoy" my tradional pocketknives.
redbone
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The metal handled SAKs are nice, and I've had several engraved for clients. Not nearly what you want to spend, though, so you could sweeten the pot with a nice bottle of (fill in the blank), and a big fat stogie.
http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=VN53042
http://www.knifecenter.com/kc_new/store_detail.html?s=VN53042
MatthewVanitas
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Zipgraver is getting some good reviews for quick/quality/affordable engraving.
You can run a THR search to get some pics, I'm considering him for my Benchmade.
www.zipgraver.com
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You can run a THR search to get some pics, I'm considering him for my Benchmade.
www.zipgraver.com
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How about make them?
Ragweed forge and Thompson knife supply sell Puukko kits that you can put together in a day or two(each). They are like nothing out there, good looking, and a superior design.
The down side may be that folks getting married spend more time picking out color swatches for curtains, china patterns and caterers for the big day.
Good luck.
Ragweed forge and Thompson knife supply sell Puukko kits that you can put together in a day or two(each). They are like nothing out there, good looking, and a superior design.
The down side may be that folks getting married spend more time picking out color swatches for curtains, china patterns and caterers for the big day.
Good luck.
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