Want to buy a new EDC folder, opinions please

[dave29]

Alright guys, I am far from a knife expert like most of you.

I am looking for a new EDC folder.

Requirements:

-3-3.5" blade
-plain edge
-pocket clip
-lightweight
-lets say, $30-$65 budget (but I'll go up to $100 for the right knife)

I am currently looking at two knives. One is at the low end of my budget and the other is at the top end of my budget.

For about $30 I can get a Spyderco Tenacious.

For about $65 I can get the Coldsteel Lawman.

I would like opinions on both knives please, and if you have another suggestion that fits into the budget, please post.

Thanks

 

[sadclownwp]

Ontario RAT-1. just as good as the tenacious, I think better.

 

[magic man]

I love my Spyderco Delica. I much prefer the spyderco hole to a stud.

 

[mk2ja]

I love my Spyderco Delica. I much prefer the spyderco hole to a stud.

I can't think of a time I tried out a knife with the a hole in it, but I do know that I don't really like the ones that have a stud on them. The studs rarely seem practical to me and they dig into your pants when you clip them on.

I'd probably go with the Spyderco, too, OP.

 

[lovemachine]

From what I've read, the Delica is better than the Tenacious.
I have the Endura FFG and really like it. I would get the Delica FFG.

 

[Patrolman1981]

I EDC a Spyderco Endura 4. Great knife, light weight, 4 position pocket clip, yet big enough to use for self defense in a bad situation. About $60 depending on where you buy. Have a Tenacious also, ok knife but not up to the standard of the Endura 4.

 

[dave29]

Thanks for the replies so far guys. I'm checking out some that you guys recommended online right now.

 

[Sailor]

For EDC I like the Delica and the Kershaw Scallion.

 

[Jeffrey]

Benchmade 350 is one of my favorites. I currently have two. One older one with a plain non serrated blade and a newer one with about a third of the blade that's serrated. I think they are discontinued, but you can still find them some places. I've been carrying them for about fifteen years and love them. Good luck with the selection process.
CopsPlus.com: Benchmade 350 Mel Pardue Plain Edge Clip Knife

Here is the newer one that replaced the 350.
CopsPlus.com: Benchmade 530 Pardue Plain Edge Knife

 

[Dog1]

Kershaw Blur..$49 at Wal-Mart. One of my everyday carry knives.

Disregard..I see you want a plain edge.

 

[esrice]

-3-3.5" blade
-plain edge
-pocket clip
-lightweight
-lets say, $30-$65 budget (but I'll go up to $100 for the right knife)

To me, those specs scream Spyderco Delica or Endura.

For a no-nonsense, lightweight folder for EDC and self-defense, I really liked my waved Endura.

When that one got electrocuted, I decided I wanted something a bit more substantial, with a bit more heft and higher quality materials. So I now carry a Spyderco Manix 2, and love it. You could find one on the higher side of your budget.

 

[Squib]

When it comes to folders there are a few that are simply classic. I'd be looking at a Kershaw Leek. They come in many different flavors and configurations these days, and remain one of the most popular folders in recent history.

 

[bushidomedic]

I prefer a fixed blade knife such as the RAT 3 but with folding knifes I'm a big fan of either the Waved Delica or the Benchmade Griptilian. I have seriously put my griptilian through the paces and it is still smooth opening, tight locking and sharp as a razor. I like the waved Delica for a self defense knife if a firearm or fixed blade are illegal. A good knife is a good knife.

 

[slow1911s]

Flat ground Endura or Delica.

However, I believe the best EDC knife is an Emerson CQC-14. Wave opener, 154CM blade, full size grip, sub-3" blade keeps you "legal" in places with a blade length restrictions (like a lot of workplaces).

 

[Bronsonbull]

Enduras and Delicas are about $60 at Sierratradingpost.com (you'll need a 30% off code like EB010611A that expires today I think).

not sure if that's a good deal or not.

 

[mwmccormick]

I also have to throw in a vote for the Endura although it is slightly longer than you specified. It was my first quality knife. I didn't know a knife could be that sharp. Some of the best prices I've seen are found at Amazon.com. The Manix 2 that esrice posted is smokin hot though. Hmm

 

[LotsofGlocks]

Spyderco Delica is my EDC I love it!

 

[randyb]

I like the Benchmade Griptillian and mini-g. I do like the waved enduras and delcias. Another option that I like is the M-16 by CRKT.

 

[dave29]

To me, those specs scream Spyderco Delica or Endura.

For a no-nonsense, lightweight folder for EDC and self-defense, I really liked my waved Endura.

When that one got electrocuted, I decided I wanted something a bit more substantial, with a bit more heft and higher quality materials. So I now carry a Spyderco Manix 2, and love it. You could find one on the higher side of your budget.

Nice, I like G10 handles. I haven't ran across the Manix yet. Very nice looking knife. Thanks for the suggestion.

 

[esrice]

Nice, I like G10 handles. I haven't ran across the Manix yet. Very nice looking knife. Thanks for the suggestion.

It reminds me of a Spyderco version of a Zero Tolerance 0350.

You can read more about my experience with the Manix 2 here: https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...101070-new_knife_----_spyderco_manix_2_a.html