I would buy one of those, but I think they are only tip-down carry.
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I would buy one of those, but I think they are only tip-down carry.
nomonkeybus
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My favorite is one I don't loose.
steed andersen
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For work it's an old Husky lock blade razor knife. For daily off work it's a bone handle Case trapper.
Alexbn921
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For EDC I have a Kershaw speed bump or blur that works great. But for my favorite, favorite Knive is my Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Pro S 5 1/4 Inch Hollow-Edge Santoku Knife. I keep it razor sharp.
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Made this knife a couple years ago. Damascus steel forged my a blacksmith in Alabama.
Made this knife a couple years ago. Damascus steel forged my a blacksmith in Alabama.
Wow, that it amazing! Great job.
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slip knot
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Camillus mini trapper for the past 20yrs.
Ainsley
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Folder: Spyderco Caly 3 CF/ZDP. Unfortunately I lost it and replaced it with a Caly 3.5.
Fixed blade: bark river canadian special
Utility: Lenox folder
Custom:
Between the middle one here:
And the middle two here:
Fixed blade: bark river canadian special
Utility: Lenox folder
Custom:
Between the middle one here:
And the middle two here:
928'er
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For EDC I have a Kershaw speed bump or blur that works great. But for my favorite, favorite Knive is my Zwilling J.A. Henckels Twin Pro S 5 1/4 Inch Hollow-Edge Santoku Knife. I keep it razor sharp.
As I posted earlier, EDC is a Kershaw Chive. Not exactly EDC's, but since we're also talking kitchen knives, here's part of my arsenal:
From the left;
Shun Kramer damascus 85mm parer
Shiki damascus 120mm petty
Carter 165mm wabocho
Hattori 270mm sujihiki
Kumagoro Hammer Finish 165mm nakiri
Nenohi Nenox G-Type 240mm gyutou
Misono carbon steel 210mm gyutou
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lonesouth
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I carried Kershaw for about 12 years
Started with a Scallion, sent it in for warranty twice on the assist spring, still have it, still a good knife, but I moved to a straight edge from the combo. It is a good medium sized knife, good pocket carry, easy interface.
Then I went to a Kershaw chive. I lost about three of these. Still a very good knife, feels markedly smaller than the Scallion.
Then I picked up a SOG TOPO Meridian off Woot.com and carried it for about a month. I didn't care for this knife at all. The clip stuck out more than the Kershaws and would scratch the leather in my car, and the locking mechanism could easily be overcome, allowing the blade to close when "locked" open. I sent it back to SOG due to the lock failure.
SOG sent me a new Tanto Twitch XL in lieu of my TOPO. I carried this one for about a month and just couldn't get used to the lock back. What I liked so much about the Kershaws was the open handed open/close. I could not find an easy way to close this knife with one hand. It also suffered the same clip issue as the TOPO where it would scratch the leather on my car seat. Also, the blade lock is on the back of the knife and not as easy to use as the Kershaw.
From here, I went to a Kershaw Leek. It is about the same size as the Tanto, but the blade profile is not as robust. I found it to be an exceptional EDC design for an office environment. I carried this one for three years. The only issue I had with my Leeks was the blade was more fragile. I sent one knife back to Kershaw and they replaced the blade for $10. Also, the cheapest Leeks are about 60-70% of the thickness(laying flat) of the colored ones.
I happened upon a deal on Amazon for the Kershaw Blur. It is much beefier than the leek and I figured I would give it a shot. I read several people complaining that the texturing causing excess wear on the pants pocket, though I did not carry it long enough for it to be an issue. Though this is still an open assist knife, there is no flipper, only a thumb stud. I never cared for thumb studs, and ultimately that was why I moved on.
Woot had another deal going for a snapon brand CRKT wrinkle. I had always heard CRKT thrown around as a dependable knife, so I gave it a shot. This is not an assisted open knife, though the ball bearing pivot makes it almost not needed, almost. You can press the flipper fast enough in almost any position to fully open the knife, but I felt it was more effort than I ought to apply to open a knife. It is also the ugliest knife I have ever held, though the grip is not uncomfortable and the ergonomics are still quite good.
After going back to the leek for a few months, I discovered that automatic knives are legal in Florida. I decided I needed to get something Made in the USA, and landed on Benchmade. I searched around and always ended up comparing everything to my Leek that I enjoyed so much. I found the Benchmade Mini-Reflex 2550BK. The look and feel of this knife is great. It is a bit thicker than the Leek in the handle, but the blade is much more stout. I found this to carry nicely. My only complaint is that the button that operates it is a little gritty(that is being extremely picky).
Finally, a guy on my local gun forum was selling a "slightly used" Benchmade 5500BK Mini Presidio for a reasonable price. Knowing the quality of my Mini-Reflex, I snatched it up. The thickness laying flat is comparable to the Mini-Reflex, but the width is about 15% more. The textured grip is a nice touch, the handle fits well in my hand, and the action mechanism and lockup are terrific. I've been carrying it now for about two months. When I got it, "slightly used" meant abused edge with nicks, finish coming off the handle, and obvious abrasions from being dropped. I managed to sharpen it to my liking in about 20 minutes. I may go back to the Mini-Reflex, but can't say for sure right now.
I profile all of my knives with a double edge, 15* and 20* respectively. I use a Lansky diamond kit with a sapphire finishing stone.
Ultimately, I think the Leek is my favorite EDC overall. The ease of use for one hand, the warranty support from the company, the profile/size of the handle. It is also the fastest opener I've had. The only downside is the lack of thickness in the blade. It also costs about 1/3 of the Benchmade, but then it isn't made in America. For now, I'm sticking with the Mini-Presidio. Most of the other knives have found their way to common use locations(CRKT in my van, SOG in the SUV, Blur in the laundry room for opening dogfood bags, Leek in the kitchen for opening mail). A few have ended up in a drawer(scalloin, chives).
Started with a Scallion, sent it in for warranty twice on the assist spring, still have it, still a good knife, but I moved to a straight edge from the combo. It is a good medium sized knife, good pocket carry, easy interface.
Then I went to a Kershaw chive. I lost about three of these. Still a very good knife, feels markedly smaller than the Scallion.
Then I picked up a SOG TOPO Meridian off Woot.com and carried it for about a month. I didn't care for this knife at all. The clip stuck out more than the Kershaws and would scratch the leather in my car, and the locking mechanism could easily be overcome, allowing the blade to close when "locked" open. I sent it back to SOG due to the lock failure.
SOG sent me a new Tanto Twitch XL in lieu of my TOPO. I carried this one for about a month and just couldn't get used to the lock back. What I liked so much about the Kershaws was the open handed open/close. I could not find an easy way to close this knife with one hand. It also suffered the same clip issue as the TOPO where it would scratch the leather on my car seat. Also, the blade lock is on the back of the knife and not as easy to use as the Kershaw.
From here, I went to a Kershaw Leek. It is about the same size as the Tanto, but the blade profile is not as robust. I found it to be an exceptional EDC design for an office environment. I carried this one for three years. The only issue I had with my Leeks was the blade was more fragile. I sent one knife back to Kershaw and they replaced the blade for $10. Also, the cheapest Leeks are about 60-70% of the thickness(laying flat) of the colored ones.
I happened upon a deal on Amazon for the Kershaw Blur. It is much beefier than the leek and I figured I would give it a shot. I read several people complaining that the texturing causing excess wear on the pants pocket, though I did not carry it long enough for it to be an issue. Though this is still an open assist knife, there is no flipper, only a thumb stud. I never cared for thumb studs, and ultimately that was why I moved on.
Woot had another deal going for a snapon brand CRKT wrinkle. I had always heard CRKT thrown around as a dependable knife, so I gave it a shot. This is not an assisted open knife, though the ball bearing pivot makes it almost not needed, almost. You can press the flipper fast enough in almost any position to fully open the knife, but I felt it was more effort than I ought to apply to open a knife. It is also the ugliest knife I have ever held, though the grip is not uncomfortable and the ergonomics are still quite good.
After going back to the leek for a few months, I discovered that automatic knives are legal in Florida. I decided I needed to get something Made in the USA, and landed on Benchmade. I searched around and always ended up comparing everything to my Leek that I enjoyed so much. I found the Benchmade Mini-Reflex 2550BK. The look and feel of this knife is great. It is a bit thicker than the Leek in the handle, but the blade is much more stout. I found this to carry nicely. My only complaint is that the button that operates it is a little gritty(that is being extremely picky).
Finally, a guy on my local gun forum was selling a "slightly used" Benchmade 5500BK Mini Presidio for a reasonable price. Knowing the quality of my Mini-Reflex, I snatched it up. The thickness laying flat is comparable to the Mini-Reflex, but the width is about 15% more. The textured grip is a nice touch, the handle fits well in my hand, and the action mechanism and lockup are terrific. I've been carrying it now for about two months. When I got it, "slightly used" meant abused edge with nicks, finish coming off the handle, and obvious abrasions from being dropped. I managed to sharpen it to my liking in about 20 minutes. I may go back to the Mini-Reflex, but can't say for sure right now.
I profile all of my knives with a double edge, 15* and 20* respectively. I use a Lansky diamond kit with a sapphire finishing stone.
Ultimately, I think the Leek is my favorite EDC overall. The ease of use for one hand, the warranty support from the company, the profile/size of the handle. It is also the fastest opener I've had. The only downside is the lack of thickness in the blade. It also costs about 1/3 of the Benchmade, but then it isn't made in America. For now, I'm sticking with the Mini-Presidio. Most of the other knives have found their way to common use locations(CRKT in my van, SOG in the SUV, Blur in the laundry room for opening dogfood bags, Leek in the kitchen for opening mail). A few have ended up in a drawer(scalloin, chives).
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You guys will hate me for this, but I carry a $2 folding utility knife that I picked up on clearance at the local Ace hardware. I use Irwin bimetal blades in it (a package of 5 costs more than the knife did, ironically enough), and it works well for what I use it for the most-- opening boxes and packages. It's an imported POS, but I ALWAYS have it on me, it's ALWAYS sharp because I keep fresh blades in it, and I'm not afraid to use it on rougher jobs.
fallkniven tk4, had it for a few years. Blade is stamped sweden, but I was told it is made in japan. Steel is amazing, quite difficult to sharpen but takes and holds a razor edge. I also have a custom from an Australian knife maker, but it's too big/pretty to carry everyday.
aaronrkelly
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Recently Ive been not carrying my expensive knifes.....I found some true gems in the sub $50 range.
First is the Esee Zancudo - runs about $25 to $35 depending on color.
Second is the Ontarion RAT 2 - same price range.
Both these knifes are solid, sharp and have good ergonomics. Smooth opening with a solid lockup.
First is the Esee Zancudo - runs about $25 to $35 depending on color.
Second is the Ontarion RAT 2 - same price range.
Both these knifes are solid, sharp and have good ergonomics. Smooth opening with a solid lockup.
From bottom:
210mm Miyabi
240mm Takayuki Damascus Wa-Gyuto
240mm German Chef Knife that's a couple generations old. Stays pretty sharp if you stone it with a 18-22 degree edge. Recently refinished the handle, no pics tho.
Takayuki being my favorite knife I've ever owned but Richmond or the Konosuke Laser styles are the best i've used.
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demographic
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fallkniven tk4, had it for a few years. Blade is stamped sweden, but I was told it is made in japan. Steel is amazing, quite difficult to sharpen but takes and holds a razor edge. I also have a custom from an Australian knife maker, but it's too big/pretty to carry everyday.
I have the (smaller) Falknivven U2 and I love the steel they use in their blades.
I keep eyeing up the Gentlemans Pocketknife they make but they cost waay too much for me to be getting one of those new. If someone gets one and sells it secondhand I might push the boat out a bit.
softailgarage
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greggriffin
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I was taught and passed on to my kids " Dont leave the house without at least one good blade in your pocket!" My wife, daughter and son all carry everyday! I prefer a trapper style carried on my belt in a cross draw fashion! Build my own sheaths. I prefer a knife to have a balanced feel with good weight to it. Most importantly that it be made of good steel! I am a carbon blade man! They are getting harder and harder to find. Learning to accept a mild stainless if it will sharpen! "If your knife doesnt shave, it aint sharp!"
brandon523
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Spyderco military, endura & police models. Also like a lot of benchmades and ZT's.
Kershaw Junkyard dog 2 is my current favorite. Unless I am at work, then I use a lennox folding utility knife.
http://kershaw.kaiusaltd.com/knives/knife/junkyard-dog-ii
http://kershaw.kaiusaltd.com/knives/knife/junkyard-dog-ii
davethorik
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I just got this knife as a gift for my bday in April. It doesn't get used a lot as I have a cheap replaceable blade lockback that is my m-f edc. I do a lot of shipping and receiving cutting cardboard etc. For this the cheap knife shines imo.
Spyderco Endura 4 plain edge. Nice light razor sharp and strong.
Spyderco Endura 4 plain edge. Nice light razor sharp and strong.
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These are so bad ***! They are small, light, super strong, and I can do stupid things like cut plastic over concrete. I used to be afraid of messing up my knife and having to sharpen it again, but now I just pop in a new razor and its "razor" sharp.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002RILCLY/?tag=atomicindus08-20
This is some youtube I found online
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002RILCLY/?tag=atomicindus08-20
This is some youtube I found online
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aaronrkelly
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Recently been carrying a Kershaw Emerson CQC-6K
Well, since Oklahoma finally reformed their knife laws, as of November it will be legal to carry automatic knives. I'm thinking I want one of these first. 
http://www.bladehq.com/item--Microtech-Makora-II-DA-OTF--29962
http://www.bladehq.com/item--Microtech-Makora-II-DA-OTF--29962
aaronrkelly
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Well, since Oklahoma finally reformed their knife laws, as of November it will be legal to carry automatic knives. I'm thinking I want one of these first.
http://www.bladehq.com/item--Microtech-Makora-II-DA-OTF--29962
Ive had a few Microtech OTF DA autos.....and I have a few Benchmades.
The Microtechs are VERY sensitive. Oil it improperly.....itll misfire. Get pocket lint in it.....itll misfire. I found the best way to run my Microtechs was bone dry....zero oil.
The Benchmades I have have ZERO misfires across all of them....they are, in my experience, far less sensitive.
Lippyp
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I have a few, in the UK I have a leatherman wave in a belt pouch that i've carried a lot but recently I am enjoying the CRKT M21 my wife bought me on a recent trip to the US. In France I carry a nice folding Laguiole with of course the obligatory corkscrew.
Somewhere in a box I have a standard WWII dated British army pocket knife and a little peugeot branded folder I was given as a kid by a foreign exchange student we had staying with us.
The British army knife looks like this (mine does't have a broken blade)
Somewhere in a box I have a standard WWII dated British army pocket knife and a little peugeot branded folder I was given as a kid by a foreign exchange student we had staying with us.
The British army knife looks like this (mine does't have a broken blade)
I ordered it. Thanks for the advice on keeping it clean. I don't want any "lint bunnies" clogging up the works.
My EDC knife is a 347 Buck Vantage Pro. Made in the USA, Lifetime warranty, S30V steel, G10 scales, flipper and sits flush with the top of my pocket with the clip. I also have the 2 5/8" bladed Pro and the older 346 Vantage Avid with the charcoal "Dymondwood" scales and Sandvik blade in both lengths. To me they're the perfect shaped blades and sit nice and deep in my pocket.
I'd really like to get an Enzo Birk 75 model 2601 with the S30V blade and flat grind: http://www.ebay.com/itm/EnZo-BRI2601-Birk-75-Linerlock-Carbon-Fiber-Linerlock-Folding-Knife/261911456778?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D31356%26meid%3D0c1e2563c71b4d8b8a02fb33e461c43f%26pid%3D100011%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D5%26sd%3D311330500849
I'd really like to get an Enzo Birk 75 model 2601 with the S30V blade and flat grind: http://www.ebay.com/itm/EnZo-BRI2601-Birk-75-Linerlock-Carbon-Fiber-Linerlock-Folding-Knife/261911456778?_trksid=p2047675.c100011.m1850&_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIC.MBE%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D31356%26meid%3D0c1e2563c71b4d8b8a02fb33e461c43f%26pid%3D100011%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D5%26sd%3D311330500849
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MoparTrucks
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My EDC is kind of large but then I live in a rough neighborhood -
Actually its a Gurkha knife I got when I retired from the Army, sharp as hell and made out of an old truck leaf spring.
My real every day carry is a 327 Buck Nobleman clip-on. I got it from one of my daughters several years ago and its relatively small and made in China so I thought I would not like it. Turns out it holds an extremely sharp edge and is small enough not to be intrusive no matter what I am wearing and the only time I don't have it with me is when I am flying or in the shower.
Actually its a Gurkha knife I got when I retired from the Army, sharp as hell and made out of an old truck leaf spring.
My real every day carry is a 327 Buck Nobleman clip-on. I got it from one of my daughters several years ago and its relatively small and made in China so I thought I would not like it. Turns out it holds an extremely sharp edge and is small enough not to be intrusive no matter what I am wearing and the only time I don't have it with me is when I am flying or in the shower.
Rock Hound
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I carry an old yellow handle Case Sodbuster Jr. It does the trick for 90% of what I need to do. If I am using a weed-whacker, chainsaw, or other equipment I usually carry around a Letterman Rebar.
tel0004
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For me its a sebenza.
I'm going to be honest, when I first used one, I didn't get all the fuss. Yes its extreeemely nice, but its not the smoothest knife (my benchmade 707 probably wins that) or the easiest to open, but its always the one I reach for general EDC.
I'm going to be honest, when I first used one, I didn't get all the fuss. Yes its extreeemely nice, but its not the smoothest knife (my benchmade 707 probably wins that) or the easiest to open, but its always the one I reach for general EDC.
dleonard1122
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Kershaw shuffle - cheap steel but the bottle opener and being small enough to fit on a key ring make it my EDC
mopar_johnny
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My Gerber EDC. I love this knife. I've lost it a few times but have always found it again.
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