Hi all,

I'm looking for some suggestions on a knife to get. I'd like to pick up a tactical knife or one which would be good for camping or daily carry or to keep in my truck. I figured that some LEO's or those in the know who carry a knife daily or use one could lend some opinions and provide some sites for me to check out.

Thank you to anyone who provides information. FYI: I don't want a knife that costs me like $100, something in the below $85 range if that's possible.
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Good place to get knives- http://yourcornerstore.com/
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There are some really nice Benchmades in that catagory

Black Class - Our Black Class products are designed, developed and tested for extreme duty. They are the preferred cutting tools for Law Enforcement, Public Safety and Elite Military Troops around the globe.

Red Class - Our Red Class offers “best in class” value. These edged tools possess the same Benchmade mindset of leading innovation, modern materials and quality manufacturing.

Blue Class - Our Blue Class represents the heart of everything that is Benchmade. These USA made products are designed and built for the individual who appreciates the difference that a high-quality cutting tool can make.


I have a Benchmade Griptilian and love the thing. When it was all said and done it cost me $105 but Im sure u can get it from somewhere else for less.


edit: This is the one I have.. http://yourcornerstore.com/index.php...ducts_id=16114
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You can't go wrong with a Gerber or Cold Steel. I've carried both as a LEO and while working in Iraq and they are both great knives. :-)

Best of luck,

Chris......
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These are more than you wanted to spend but they are cool to look at. :-)

http://www.wilsoncombat.com/kniveswt...tical/menu.htm
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Definitely look at Kershaw knives. Some great deals on Ebay.

I carry the Kershaw Onion with assisted open and love it. They are sharp as hell and many clip right on a belt.
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Double ditto :-)


Just got my first one and A-B-S-O-L-U-T-E-L-Y love it!!!
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You think the slope is bad with cigars??

Just wait until "shinysharpythingitis" kicks into overdrive.

now, you looking at fixed blade or folding??

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thats a friggin sweet collection tobii:-)
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http://www.botachtactical.com/sogsealpup.html

Seal Pup! Best knife you can get for 50.00 in my opinion.
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I like my kershaw Blur with textured grip and partially serrated blade. they can be found for $50 - $70.

http://www.kershawknives.com/product...&brand=kershaw

I also like my Big 5 special Gerber Paraframe $20.00. Blade isn't the sharpest, but for futzin around it's a cheap inexpensive knife.

http://www.gerberstore.com/index.php...empage&xid=503

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the best thing i like about the blur, is that i can carry it tip up or tip down.
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For a good price the Boker Kalashnikov 74 automatic can be had for $44 to $37. It has a back strap safety and a AUS8 blade. I have had mine for over one year and have loved it,also, mine has seen more food use than any thing.:-) The only thing I had to do is bend the pocket clip as it was too strong to the body of the Knive.

Best of luck with your hunt sir. :-) PM me if ya want to get the site.
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I really love my Kershaw Storm! http://www.kershawknives.com/product...&brand=kershaw It feels good in your hand, like it belongs there.
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benchmade griptillian is a awesome knife. I own two and carry one every day. never had any problems. Benchmade has an awesome warranty as well
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I have one of those Onions as well and it is a great knife. For some reason I have a Kershaw Vapor (designed by Ken Onion) that is all metal that I carry when I am working EMS. I paid like $20.00 for it at Wallyworld.:-)
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If you dont want o spend alot look at

Benchmade VEX ~$40
Kershaw Skyline ~$25
Spyderco Tenacious ~$35
Spyderco Native ~$30

All are perfect for EDC. Im down the sharpshiny slope with tobii. Careful what you wish for.
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Kershaw's and only the Ken Onion designs. American made, lifetime warrenty and just a fantastic knife. Im a knife dealer :-)
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Careful ordering online though...they get the lower quality knives...sorry I couldnt help it :-)
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All my friend have and love their Blurs and that will probably be the ext knife I buy

One if my one of my other friends has and loves his paraframe but I find u need to get into the $90+ range to get a good Gerber


and I love my benchmade I want another, like the new assisted opening one
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Thanks for all of the suggestions and information. Much appreciated.
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