ARRRRRGH--NEED A NEW POCKET KNIFE

[williamlayton]

I had a contractor send over some guys to set some 4x6's for me.
When they left--so did my Benchmade. Needless to say--nobody knows nuttin. Had it about 8-10 years. price has really gone up
The knife was a little large but it was one hand opening. I like that !
Too many times I only have one hand handy when I need the knife.
It was a 3" blade--but I don't want to go smaller than 2 1/2---I don't think.
It was a good knife---I suppose it is still a good knife.
Benchmade has some auto opening.
Don't need a fancy knife and I am not a collector----guess that is the reason I am not as upset--pissed is a better term
Got some other suggestions.
Blessings

 

[Adk.IBO]

I want to get a drop point Benchmade Mini Griptilian to replace my Tanto blade Benchmade Mini Griptilian. It's maybe a year old, and I'd be willing to sell the one I have for say $55 shipped if you're interested. PM me if you want to see pics. I can e-mail them.

Stay safe, John

 

[amazingflapjack]

I like my Gerber easy out, available in a part saw tooth or smooth blade. Light-slim-and easy to employ, as the name says.

 

[jsyodes]

I have been using a Kershaw Oso Sweet for a couple months, fast opening, on Amazon for about $22-25.

 

[Vulcan Bob]

I recently had an encounter with a thief also lately, sorta sucks. Anyhoo, may I suggest a look at what CRKT has to offer, good quality knives at a reasonable price.

 

[kozmic]

Sorry to hear that William.

Hard to beat the Mini-Grip. Cabelas routinely has them on sale. Theirs has a D2 blade. I've edc mine for about 2 years and for my needs it has been perfect!

 

[Raider]

Automatic (switchblades) are legal in Texas now. I'd go with a good quality automatic just for the fun and handiness of it. Of course I carry a two hand opening SAK that I've had for more than 20 years now. Maybe I'm a hypocrite.

Charlie

 

[boatme99]

Take a look at the Gerber BG knives.

I picked up the compact, 3.6" blade for work. It's thin, rubberized, US made, and so far, pretty tough. $14.95

The Scout has a 4" blade and one hand opening. $17.95

They're both orange, so they're easy to find if you set them down.
Both are available at wally world.

My main knives are a Benchmade and a SOG, both autos. You're right, they have gotten pretty expensive.

I had no idea what the BG meant until I bought mine. I still would have purchased it. At work, I want as thin a knife as possible.

 

[Kanewpadle]

IMO, Benchmade is hard to beat. A little more money than some but a good value. Well made and their customer service is outstanding.

I broke the clip on one. They fixed it for free. I just had to pay shipping. And they sharpened it too.

 

[Rastoff]

When they left--so did my Benchmade.

May the fleas of a thousand camels infest their armpits. That's as close as I can come to what I want to say without being banned.

This is one of my favorite knives:

You might want to look into one. On Amazon they run about $115, but worth every penny.

 

[Nico Testosteros]

I have a Mini Griptilian that I like. I really like my Kershaw Blur

 

[Nico Testosteros]

Rastoff, that is a good looking knife. What model is it?

 

[Smokin' Iron]

When it comes time to pay the contractor deduct the price of a new Benchmade off the bill. Put a note in with your payment stating this is what happens when you employ thieves.

 

[Rastoff]

Rastoff, that is a good looking knife. What model is it?

Benchmade Bone Collector 15030-Series Mini-Axis Folding Knife 2.95

 

[Marshwheeling]

My favorite Benchmade is a Mini Barrage; not an auto, but it is assisted. The Mini Griptilian is another nice one; don't have one but wish I did.

For a bit less money, Kershaw makes some knives I like, many of them assisted with flippers. My kids are always tickled to get one for a birthday or Christmas.

As for your knife that walked off, I'd put the screws to your contractor. He is bonded for a reason. Ask him who wrote his bond. He may prefer to make it good himself.

Of course you don't need a fancy knife for EDC, but a nice knife can be a pleasure to handle. Then, too, there is something to be said for "Made in U.S.A.", even if a $15 Chinese knife will give you all the utility you need.

 

[zzzippper]

Zero Tolerance 0350.

 

[Peak53]

May the fleas of a thousand camels infest their GROIN.

There, that's better

 

[85V65Sabre]

William, I feel your pain.

I've EDC a Snap-On "Chubby" (made by Kershaw) for the last decade. One night while plowing my driveway I got stuck in the snowbank. The next day I could not find my knife. I went out and looked through the snowbank where I was stuck, but had no luck finding it.

Luckily I had a bran new one still in the box. I started carrying it but really missed my old friend. A few months later after the snow was all gone I went out and looked for it one more time. And once again had no luck finding it.

Now I was thinking it was gone for ever. I still missed it every time I used the new one. We sure get attached to things.

Once the weather warmed up I was putting my cold weather gear in the closet. While going through the pockets of my jacket....... I found my old friend
So I quickly put it on my belt where it belongs and put the now lightly used one back in the box.

Apparently I had caught the belt clip while climbing in and out of the truck (this has happened a few times over the years) and put it in my jacket pocket so I would not lose it.

So keep your chin up your old friend may return to you some day when you least expect it.


In this world a man must either be anvil or hammer.

 

[Farmer17]

Someone else mention the Kershaw OSO Sweet knife for about 20 bucks and its a very well designed, sleek, and compact assisted opening knife. It is my current favorite and I have had a lot of pocket clip folding knives. Benchmade is a good knife and will stay sharp a little longer than most common cheaper knives (Kershaw, Buck, Gerber, Camillius, etc) but it is MUCH more expensive.

 

[panther]

One more vote here for Kershaw. I have two spring assist Kershaws that I carry at different times, for different jobs. They have kept a sharp edge, can be flicked open with one finger, and were very affordable.