If I've got my pants on, I've got a knife on. I prefer the repeatability and quick access of a knife clipped to my pocket, rather than having to grope around inside my pocket feeling for it. And that is the problem...
In the mid/late 80s I was able to buy Spyderco Delicas with an integral FRN/plastic handle and I loved them. Particularly when if I leaned against one of my cars and the knife didn't scratch the finish. Current Delicas all have a metal clip (yes I have several) but I'd really prefer an EDC that didn't have a metal clip.
I've looked, and the non-metal clips seem to be a thing of the past for most/all knives. I can't find replacement clips that are plastic either. So I'm throwing myself on the knowledge of the forum to see of anyone knows of something that might work. What I'm looking for: 2.5 to 3.5" blade, thumb or flipper release (I guess automatic would be OK too), reasonable quality. I'd go to $150 for something that was a perfect match, but $50-75 would be better. If the clip and knife were blue to blend in better with my jeans that would be a plus as well. Thanks for your help!
PS. I have a pic I scrounged from ebay to show the type of clip I am looking for.
PPS. Current EDC is a Kershaw Leek. I really like the knife, except for the non-deep metal clip...
In the mid/late 80s I was able to buy Spyderco Delicas with an integral FRN/plastic handle and I loved them. Particularly when if I leaned against one of my cars and the knife didn't scratch the finish. Current Delicas all have a metal clip (yes I have several) but I'd really prefer an EDC that didn't have a metal clip.
I've looked, and the non-metal clips seem to be a thing of the past for most/all knives. I can't find replacement clips that are plastic either. So I'm throwing myself on the knowledge of the forum to see of anyone knows of something that might work. What I'm looking for: 2.5 to 3.5" blade, thumb or flipper release (I guess automatic would be OK too), reasonable quality. I'd go to $150 for something that was a perfect match, but $50-75 would be better. If the clip and knife were blue to blend in better with my jeans that would be a plus as well. Thanks for your help!
PS. I have a pic I scrounged from ebay to show the type of clip I am looking for.
PPS. Current EDC is a Kershaw Leek. I really like the knife, except for the non-deep metal clip...