The Essential Edge: Official Knife Thread (2 Viewers)

[Trihonda]

A good blade is essential. It’s a useful tool that opens boxes, it cuts rope/seatbelts (if need be), and can be used in self defense (hopefully something that will never be necessary).

Post your favorite handheld edged tools, from everyday carry (EDC) knives, safe queens, camping/hunting blades, and everything in between.

I’m not a crazed knife nut, but I have collected a few knives over the years. I have everything from Swiss Army knives to tactical folders. My favorites have always been Spyderco knives, and I have quite the collection. Here’s are a few examples:

Spyderco Military. Snagged for $26 on eBay. Value over $200. Sees the most time in my pocket due to its overall durability and size (smaller than the manix)

Spyderco Manix. Snagged for $100. Valued at $200. Shown with a Sig P239 9mm.

And my most recent impulse buy... a Medford Custom knife. Snagged for $300. Worth much more. Most I’ve ever spent on a blade. G10 scales, Ti liner lock, D2 steel in a stone wash finish. Probably could Double as a pancake spatula (while camping) according to my coworkers.

If this thread grows, I’ll post additional knives.

 

[Josh Kifer]

I'm currently carrying a Ferrum Forge Crux, or a PM2 from Spyderco or a suwannee river puukko knife...

Currently, I've started making my own.

That's four and five I've ever made....

 

[Beez_Kneez]

Always liked CRKT's. Got my current edc, the Ignitor T, a few months ago. I think the msrp is something like $79. I snagged it for $29!

And yes, that's a fidget spinner...

Pictured with my Squared Away Customs holster and Blue Alpha Gear hybrid belt.

 

[Kensco]

EDC was a Gerber LST.

For the last year its been this present from my wife. I'm getting used to it.

 

[SWEATER]

Bench made Mini Griptillian in limited edition yellow. I’ll taie some pictures this weekend if I get a chance.

Sometimes a Spyderco Tenacious in blue. I love colorful knives!

 

[ejot]

I don't own any high-end knives but I always carry something decent and reliable.

Kershaw Chive
Kershaw Scallion
SOG Visionary I
SOG Meridian
Spyderco Tenacious (PoS!!)
SOG Flash II
CRKT Desert Cruiser

The Visionary is VG10 and my general EDC. Absolutely love that knife. The Flash sees a lot of use around the house but I prefer something a little smaller to carry.

Some day I'll treat myself to a nice Benchmade or custom.

 

[Trihonda]

Some day I'll treat myself to a nice Benchmade or custom.

I think Spyderco knives surpass BM knives in quality and desirability. The G10 scaled versions are nice. I have several with micarta or carbon scales, and G10 is my fav.

 

[mipevi]

Fox 599 single edge folding karambits, earlier versions with just a liner lock. Because dual wielding is fun.

 

[xxmurrxx]

No pics right now but edc PM2.. great knife. I'm a big fan of Esee fixed blades, have a new kydex sheath and scales coming in for my Izula.

 

[mike32]

Old school knives that were quality back when I got them new in the mid 80's. A Gerber locking and a Buck.

 

[jja412]

My go-to for almost a decade now.

 

[Leonard]

I am partial to Spyderco knives, and I like smaller (Gentleman's) knives.

Favorites: Spyderco Bradley Air, Spyderco G-10 Manbug. For a high-end knife, I have a Chris Reeve Mnandi that is really sweet. If you don't want to use them for self defense, I can't really imagine needing a bigger blade.

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[Trihonda]

I am partial to Spyderco knives, and I like smaller (Gentleman's) knives.

Favorites: Spyderco Bradley Air, Spyderco G-10 Manbug. For a high-end knife, I have a Chris Reeve Mnandi that is really sweet. If you don't want to use them for self defense, I can't really imagine needing a bigger blade.

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Pics of the Reeves or it never happened.

 

[Leonard]

Pics of the Reeves or it never happened.

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Edit: all the blades look dirty, likely from opening packages from Amazon.

 

[Trihonda]

I like smaller (Gentleman's) knives.

Challenge accepted. Currently at work (so no pics handy)

 

[Kensco]

I just realized what a "Safe Queen" is. This is mine, a retirement gift from a co-worker. (It matches my former EDC perfectly)

Top Gerber is the LST mentioned in my previous post. The bottom Gerber, an E-Z-OUT, was my work EDC.

And an honorable mention to my Grandfather-in-law, T.J. (R.I.P.) This was his EDC. According to the tang mark made between '65 and '69. He sharpened it a few times.

 

[SWEATER]

Benchmade fanboy

 

[Sprouty]

Current edc, a $20 Kershaw, not sure of the model but I'm happy with it.

I have previously carried a Kershaw chive and leek. I had an SOG for a few but had to give it up at the airport as I forgot about it and I already checked all of my luggage. I tend to lose them so I try to stay on the cheaper side.

 

[kmccormick100]

I have a paracord wrapped one of these that had turned me into a fixed blade lover

And a couple kershaw folders in the car and in a pocket often

 

[Rhodeman77]

The tool that makes into my pocket the most is my Leatherman Skeletool CX. This thing is way more useful than it seems it should be. Well designed with just the right useful tools.

I have replaced electrical outlets with just this thing. And the customer service at Leatherman is awesome. I snapped the blade a few years ago trying to pry something and then replaced the whole thing, no charge.

 

[Trihonda]

Spyderco Blackhawk. C24GPS

 

[Trihonda]

The Spyderco Native 5 in G10

 

[Trihonda]

Spyderco Delica with Carbon Fiber Scales.

 

[upNdown]

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Edit: all the blades look dirty, likely from opening packages from Amazon.

I’ll need somebody to explain the protruberence on that bottom knife to me. Is that just like an extension to get a better grip?

 

[Leonard]

I’ll need somebody to explain the protruberence on that bottom knife to me. Is that just like an extension to get a better grip?

It's a lanyard. It gives a better grip on a small knife and can make it easier to get out of your pocket as it doesn't have a pocket clip. Entirely optional.

That knife (a Spyderco G-10 Manbug) is quite small. The blade is under 2 inches and the closed length of the knife is under 2.5 inches.

 

[Trihonda]

Spyderco Ronin. Fixed Blade. Michael Janich/Snody collaboration.

 

[200 Motels]

Zwilling Henckels Master 8" Chef's Knife. Essential for a home cook. Professional chef quality for like $40. It's served me well.

 

[timsta007]

I’m not a crazed knife nut, but I have collected a few knives over the years.

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If this thread grows, I’ll post additional knives.

"Not a knife nut." LOL!

"A few" LOL!

Jokes aside, this is a cool thread. Thanks for sharing all.

 

[Trihonda]

"Not a knife nut." LOL!

"A few" LOL!

Jokes aside, this is a cool thread. Thanks for sharing all.

Well, the first knife I’ve purchased since my chip collecting days is the Mefford Folder in the OP. That’s a lot of years without any focus on knive collecting.

 

[GoStumpy]

But seriously, I gotta dig out a few of my knives and take pics, none are 'cool' or 'epic', but I love them and have sharpened them multiple times... just haven't gone camping in 4 years since having a kid so they haven't seen much use!

But that Olfa knife, I use that baby dozens of times every single day