Looking for a new folder

[joneb]

Well it seems that all my old ones have crappy steel, I am always sharpening them : (
I thinking this could be a good upgrade?
https://www.knifecenter.com/item/KU...ife-s35vn-gray-blade-milled-black-g10-handles
This would be about my price point, would like to hear your thoughts.

 

[Yo Mama]

Kizer has a good reputation, however I don't own any because they are made in China.

For the same money I'd look at the Spyderco Paramilitary 2 in s110v or Benchmade Griptilian customized on BMs website

 

[ugaarguy]

After Benchmade discontinued Doug Ritter's version of the Griptilian and replaced it with essentially the same knife (the Freek) and cut Doug out, I can't recommend them anymore. I've also had numerous problems with Spyderco that I shouldn't have encountered in knives at their price points. So, I would say, get the Kizer. Well, I would say that, but for $10 more you can get a Hinderer designed US made ZT frame lock with a beefy S35VN blade - https://www.knifecenter.com/item/ZT...de-black-g10-with-stainless-steel-back-handle. I'd get the ZT for the negligible price increase, even though you'd probably be just as happy with the Kizer.

 

[joneb]

Thanks for your replies, the ZT is a contender. I did come across this USA made Kershaw https://www.knifecenter.com/item/KS...ewashed-plain-blade-od-green-aluminum-handles

 

[Bad Ninja]

Zt makes a fine knife.
They have the tacticool look which I don't particularly like, but they are built like a wrench.
I was gifted a brand new zt350 by a friend and have carried it daily for about 4 years.
I've abused this knife more than you would believe and its held up far better than expected.
S30V is a quality knife steek.
Quickly takes an edge and will shave your mom.