Looking for a good 3" Fixed Blade Knife.

[OldCowHand]

SOG's Mini-Pentagon is just over 3" and has no moving parts . As an added bonus, one edge is serrated and the other plain, so you have both available as needed.

 

[Piedmont Plinker]

SOG's Mini-Pentagon is just over 3" and has no moving parts . As an added bonus, one edge is serrated and the other plain, so you have both available as needed.

That would qualify it as a dagger, triggering potential legal issues.

 

[coylh]

The Bear Claw is small, cheap, light, comes with a versatile sheath, and has an anti-slip finger hole.

 

[zerosignal]

If the Randall RC-3 is a bit too much for you, you might want to check out the Orion K2 Kaper: http://www.orionknives.com/k2caper.html

This is a damn nice knife for the money, though the blade is a half inch longer than you asked for. CPM 154 with G10 handles in many colors for only $70.

Tactical Knives magazine reviewed it a couple issues back and gave it a stellar rating.

 

[Dave Markowitz]

I like SpookyPistolero's recommendation. I have an Ontario RAT-3 (3.5" blade) in 1095 carbon steel with a plain edge. The sheath can be setup with a clip or with a Tek-Lok fastener for a belt or other piece of gear.



Make sure you check your local laws on carrying a concealed knife. Doing so if frequently illegal, even in otherwise enlightened states.

 

[snow]

I would agree with RC-3. I have one and it is great. If this is out of your price range the AG Russell woods walker is nice, you could also look at the grohmann boat knives. The woods walker and boat knife say utility or hunting tool all the way (non scary). If you would like you could also try a cold steel pendelton hunter or the mini pendelton. I have provide links to said knives below.
http://www.ronbalicki.com/cs_36.htm
http://www.knivesdirect.com/details.php?Model=R3S
http://www.agrussell.com/product.asp?pn=AGPRS
http://www.twowolvesoutdoor.com/RC3.htm

 

[alaskanativeson]

I have to echo the sentiments about the RAT Cutlery RC-3. Knifeworks.com has them for about $90.00, Knives Ship Free has them for a little more.

I can't recommend the look-alike Ontario Knives RAT 3 for a couple of reasons: First, the handles on the RAT-3 from Ontario are smaller to the point of being uncomfortable. In addition to this, Ontario is being dishonest with the knife's designers, RAT Cutlery. I try not to do business with companies who act without honor.

Knives of Alaska has a great little knife called the Alpha Wolf that I'd highly recommend. The blade is made of D2 steel and it's tough as hell. The Sure-Grip handle is comfortable and well designed. KOA has them listed at $76, I have no doubt that you could find them cheaper. Here's a link to Ebay for one listed at $66 which includes shipping.