skeeter1
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I've got quite a few knives, but none of them are exactly what I'm looking for. Several are inexpensive folders with 420 S/S that doesn't hold an edge for very long. One is an old Gerber that holds an edge forever, but its brass bolsters are so heavy as to rule out pocket carry.
Here's basically what I'm looking for: A 3-4" folder with a locking blade. Any advice as to lock-back or liner-locking? 440C-grade S/S (or better) that holds an edge well. Is there any advantage to a blade coating like titanium or teflon? Light enough for pocket carry, and a S/S belt or pocket clip is a must. Is a 1/2 serrated blade preferable over a plain blade? Clip point is preferable (I don't care for tanto points). No plastic handle material, and probably not wood either. That leaves aluminum or titanium. Should be <$100, which probably rules out custom knives, not that there aren't fine factory knives out there. I'm leaning toward some of the bigger brands, like S&W, Case, Buck, Benchmade, Gerber, etc.
So, is there any hope of me finding that "perfect one?" Any and all suggestions are certainly welcome. Thank you.
Here's basically what I'm looking for: A 3-4" folder with a locking blade. Any advice as to lock-back or liner-locking? 440C-grade S/S (or better) that holds an edge well. Is there any advantage to a blade coating like titanium or teflon? Light enough for pocket carry, and a S/S belt or pocket clip is a must. Is a 1/2 serrated blade preferable over a plain blade? Clip point is preferable (I don't care for tanto points). No plastic handle material, and probably not wood either. That leaves aluminum or titanium. Should be <$100, which probably rules out custom knives, not that there aren't fine factory knives out there. I'm leaning toward some of the bigger brands, like S&W, Case, Buck, Benchmade, Gerber, etc.
So, is there any hope of me finding that "perfect one?" Any and all suggestions are certainly welcome. Thank you.