(Part 3) Best hunting equipment according to redditors
We found 8,703 Reddit comments discussing the best hunting equipment. We ranked the 3,475 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
I wouldn't recommend a "titanium" knife, firstly because for $10, it's not titanium. It's probably some chinesium knife that won't hold an edge very well. Secondly I don't recall Camillus having a great reputation due to materials and QC.
If you're looking for a good budget knife, I know Ka-Bar and Becker make good ones, and if you can swing an Izula, that would be my choice. Here are some links. Izula Ka-Bar 1 Ka-Bar 2 Ka-Bar 3.
The reason I'm recommending Ka-Bar and ESEE is that they both use 1095 carbon steel which is an excellent choice in toughness and edge retention. I almost forgot Mora, a superb Swedish knife that is renowned for its steel and edge retention, and used worldwide by folks in the workforce and outdoors communities.
The ESEE and Ka-Bars will run you $40-$60, and the mora will run you about $15. You can get Moras and Izulas at Cabelas, but Amazon is also great. Good luck.
Shotshell box
I use a lee turret press, and that, with a turret, die set, primer and powder drop thingies cost a little over $200.
You will need measuring devices like calipers, a scale and case gauges. That could be $50 or a lot more depending on scale quality. I use a $30 digital one, but I calibrate it everytime I use it. Powder charges, overall length measurements, and headspace length on the brass case are very important.
You will need case prep tools, especially for bottleneck rifle brass. I got this guy to just do it all. $170 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HS7JEB4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
You can get trimmers, chamfer bits, and those things that attach to drills, there are tabletop hand trimmers, other electric trimmers, but at the end of the day, the frankford thing is just quick and easy. Trimming rifle brass is easily the worst part of the whole process.
A tumbler and tumble media will clean up all your fired brass, dry vibratory ones work fine and are cheaper. Mine, with media was about $50
Then come random things like reloading trays, case lube, cartridge cases, and more meticulous measurement things like chamber gauges, concentricity gauges, and more. Outside of lube and cases for loaded rounds, it's not really necessary. Plastic 9mm ammo trays from factory ammo makes for great 223 reloading trays. $50 will get you lube and cases.
Then you need powder, primers and bullets. Primers are usually $30-$40/1,000, Hornady 55gr .224" bullets are about $90-$100/1,000, and powder is about $22-$30/lb, or less in bulk, or from pull down suppliers like american reloading... I use this stuff for everything in 556 but match grade reloads, and 16lbs is good for about 4500 rounds. https://americanreloading.com/en/reloading-rifle-powder/2355-wc-844-military-smokeless-rifle-powder-16-lbs.html
You're probably looking at about $500 before the actual powder primers and bullets. That's also assuming you have been saving your brass.
Sorry for the long post, but there is more to reloading than most people initially think. That said, I was able to piece all that together over last summer, and am cranking out rounds whenever I want now.
The MTM Case-Gard shotshell case...bought mine via Amazon, but sometimes available at local bigbox stores and sports/outdoors stores. Here is the Amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/MTM-Multi-Gauge-Shotshell-Forest/dp/B004Y7CKT4/
Ammo> https://www.walmart.com/ip/Daisy-Ammunition-and-CO2-24-2400-ct-BB-Bottle/15729970
Gun> https://www.amazon.com/Daisy-Powerline-340-Repeater-Pistol/dp/B00BSR2QPG
Just the standard daisy kind I guess I bought everything at Walmart. Iirc the bullets all looked and felt fairly metallic. I’m sleeping out on the coach right now in the living room out of paranoia, but I’ve been sleeping inside the rooms for almost 2 months now after the fact.
One Tigris mask? It's mesh in the middle but cloth on the sides. Fits great with every set of goggles I've tried with no needing to bend or cut.
Pyramex I-Force for your eyes
OneTigris Mask for your face. Although a normal mask will work, the OneTigris is more comfortable and basically what everybody has started wearing
Edit: i messed up the links somehow
I'd go with this thing: http://www.amazon.com/Pilot-Survival-Thermorun-Handle-Sheath/dp/B001JA9Y66/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1333752535&sr=1-1
The Fallkniven F1 is made of insanely durable VG10 steel and is used worldwide as a survival knife for military forces. It's a bit outside of the $100 range, but this one's on sale. Just look around, I'm sure you'll find the reviews to be unanimously positive.
The safest lock in terms of "bias towards closure" is the back lock.
I'd suggest a Spyderco Delica. Fantastic knife suitable for nearly anything, and very safe. It's available in a variety of colors, I'm partial to the Grey:
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Delica4-Lightweight-Ground-PlainEdge/dp/B0052HQPWS
its 167 new on amazon
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Techno-Titanium-Plain-Knife/dp/B006L6WSIY
I'd think a wet tumbler for brass cleaning would be greatly beneficial...
https://www.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-909544-Rotary-Tumbler/dp/B00HTN4R6O/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468347883&sr=8-1&keywords=frankford+arsenal
If he's mentioned other calibers you could get him some dies for those calibers. And if he gets more into rifle calibers, perhaps a brass prep stations such as
https://www.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-Platinum-Center-System/dp/B00HS7JEB4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1468347979&sr=8-2&keywords=brass+trimmer
Props to you for helping him further his hobby!
Some thoughts, feel free to take them or leave them:
Honestly, by nature forums like this foster a lot of upgrade culture/gear nerds, you can make just about anything work for a hike (especially in mild temps in PA). No need to shove out a ton of cash to get the best when you start, just get out there and you'll figure out where your system can be improved.
In case you are open to another storage idea: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004Y7CKT4/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Holds 25 sample vials, keeps them in the dark, closes tightly, is cheap, seems stackable (I only have one so cannot test).
Newest items first
Taurus 709 Slim: http://www.taurususa.com/product-details.cfm?id=588&category=Pistol
Black Tiger Bicycle Deck: http://www.ellusionist.com/bicycle-black-tiger-decks.html
Spyderco Delica 4 Sky Blue: https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Delica4-Lightweight-Ground-PlainEdge/dp/B0052HQPWS
MCPocket Wallet: https://mcpocket.com/en/mcpocket.html
Thorkey - Black leather Key organizer: https://www.amazon.com/Leather-Compact-Key-Organizer-ThorKey/dp/B01DKS65G6
Simple 3M clip for Business Cards: https://www.amazon.com/Brands-Binder-Clips-Medium-A7072050/dp/B00TQ8FDB8/ref=sr_1_4?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1491008178&sr=1-4&keywords=binder+clip
Caseology Parallax GS7 case for Samsung Galaxy S7: https://www.amazon.com/Caseology-Parallax-Textured-Pattern-Samsung/dp/B01BE993DU/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1491008193&sr=1-8&keywords=parallax+case
Every guy needs a decent pocket knife.
Not many folders have a differential heat treatment. Mcusta might be the way to go for that price. For right about $450 you can check out https://www.lamnia.com/en/sc/7/knives/folding-knives?sgid=7&mid=671 It's the only thing I can think of that has that look.
Mcusta is kinda crap on the build quality and ergonomics. I think they're a little cheap for the price.
While none of these are true Hamon's in that it's actually differential heat treatment, this one has the look and is actually 2 types of steel welded together. Cooler in my opinion. And affordable and quality. https://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Composite-1660CB-Reversible-Pocketclip/dp/B0017KN4MS
Hey /r/knives, I got my CRKT Triumph from the sellout.woot sale a few days ago and I've gotten to do the initial unboxing and "tee hee, knives" play period. Here's a full Imgur album with all the pics (I'll reference a few of them in line). CRKT's Triumph Page.
First impression: It's freaking huge! I lined it up with some of my larger knives here. From top to bottom these are:
Second thing I noticed was that the assisted open was really aggressive. When you flip the blade open you can actually hear the spring(s?) twanging inside after the blade is fully deployed. There was actually a brief second of worry about if the blade was going to go flying off/out of the handle. However if you're the type who likes everyone in the room to know that you just opened up your knife, this is a good choice. The "SNIKT" is pretty loud.
Other things - the G10 scales were in a weave pattern which you can see here. This was probably one of the "grippier" feeling G10's I own. In fact the weave pattern made it feel like the scales were rubbing off and leaving dust on your hands - it wasn't, but it felt like touching fine grit sandpaper. I haven't done any hard work with the Triumph, but I get the feeling that this handle might actually get a little uncomfortable with bare hands and heavy usage.
The lock system is one I'm not a huge fan of. In the picture above you can see a little red circle just behind the blade. You have to pull that small lever back before you can depress the lock and close the knife. It makes a one-handed closure difficult (not impossible, just unwieldy).
Thickness - it's on the same level as the Vallotton, so a bit too large for me to consider a comfortable EDC, but others may like those larger knives.
All-in-all I like the knife as a part of my collection. If you bought it on Woot, the price was around $45 (MSRP: ~$80-90), and for that price, I consider it a good buy.
I'm asking for a new Kershaw Leek. Nothing is wrong with the one I have now, I just want to upgrade the blade and get the stainless model.
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Why don't you just buy a brand-new Delica from Amazon and be done with it?
I have two recommendations that have never failed me within that price range and bring a lot to the table for the price:
The Delica4 by Spyderco which is large and stays sharp. It can cut and cut and just won't stop. I use this for my outdoor activities where a pocket knife can be used with some abuse. Also has a great grip on it which comes in a multitude of colors. Only knife better by them in my opinion is the paramilitary 2 for about $100 more.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003CHANLO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1407121452&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40
The Ken Onion designed Leek by Kershaw is my gentleman's knife. Very sharp straight out of the box and won't fail you. Much smaller than the Delica4 by equally as trustworthy. Super fast deploy speed and fits in the pocket nicely with or without the clip. Kershaw is known for cheaply priced big bang for your buck knives that just keep on going...and if you lose it, your wallet doesn't feel it. First folder I bought a few years ago and it is still my go-to most days.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009VC9Y0/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1407121786&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40
As for the ink, try a bunch out! Fountain pens are pretty easy to clean, and trying out all the different inks is my favorite part.
The Goulet Pen Company has ink samples, which are perfect for acquiring a MASSIVE collection of inks to try. Maybe start with the sample packages they have already grouped together (linked).
If you pick up ink from Goulet (or anywhere), don't forget to also order ink syringes. I'm paying this bit of advice forward... when I (recently) got obsessed with fountain pens/inks, someone on Reddit told me this info and I'm glad they did!!
EDIT: By the way, I store my inks in a shotshell box. I don't own a shotgun, but man these are the perfect size for 25 ink samples! ...again, thanks goes to some other Redditer. ...I even think a reviewer on Amazon mentioned ink samples in their review, so I know I'm not the only one! I also mark the tops of mine with a color and symbol to quickly ID them/narrow down what I'm looking for.
Spyderco UK Penknife is pretty much the closet to a modern-style folding knife that is UK legal for anyone to carry in public (sub-3 inch non-locking blade).
Word of warning: UK police have apparently confiscated these legal blades before because they thought that the Spyderco detent blade was a locking mechanism which it is not.
http://www.britishblades.com/forums/showthread.php?13843-Arrested-with-my-Spyderco-UKPK
Just a little heads-up, these are $153.59 on Amazon.
I think my VFC HK416CQB is pretty much done externally, right now everything inside is stock. Also, my WE G18c (also stock). Bipod is pretty much for looks, Im not one of those who slaps on a bipod and a 3x on their gun and calls it a DMR.
different option, but soemthing like this?
https://www.amazon.com/OneTigris-Comfortable-Adjustable-Protective-Available/dp/B01KT0HESQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1487350024&sr=8-2&keywords=mesh+mask
only mesh over the mouth the rest is like a cloth mesh and padding bit easier to get a cheek weld and it "auto-shapes" to your face. worth a look or consideration.
I've got this one on my wishlist. Once I get paid I'll be ordering it. Right now I have the standard lower mesh, but it's a pain when trying to look through my scope while sniping.
Opinel knives are fantastic. They have a good reputation and they're better than other, more expensive, knives. Most of their knives also come in carbon steel.
I guess I'd have to ask if it's general purpose for camping and hiking or general purpose for everyday life in the city?
City: If it's for the day-to-day life in town I'd go with any quality folder. Of all the folders I've owned I really love Benchmade knives. I own the Mini Griptillian. I would probably get it in the half-serrated in case you need to tear through anything a bit rougher (like plastic packaging). The blades are a good quality and they will re-sharpen it for free if you send it in.
Camping & Hiking: If it's more of a camping general purpose knife it should be in the 3-4" fixed blade range. You can do something like a Mora blade that is $12 and awesome. I actually prefer my Becker Necker as a light general purpose blade. It hangs from my neck under my jacket/shirt and thus is always around but never in the way. It's mostly used for light camp tasks but it could process some wood if required for an emergency fire.
Anyway, hope that helps.
Hi! And welcome!
I like the Gayle Bradley 2 in M4, and the BM Valet in M390, but they are both very expensive to start out with. The Shuffle II is kind of crappy - I'd definitely pass on that one. I have no experience with
the Bartender Defeder, but even the XL version looks too small, as is the Rodie. The Delica and Leek are great knives, and would likely be solid options (their ergonomics are better than their handle lengths suggest, especially the Delica). The CRKT M16 is ok, but it's not great (in my opinion). I've never handled CRKT's Endorser, but it looks like a solid choice.
My best suggestion is a RAT 1 in D2. It's 40 bucks and you get a very well-made knife in D2 (semi stain resistant and will hold an edge for a good long time). The AUS-8 version is good, too, but if you're cutting boxes, the D2 option will stay sharp way longer.
As for some other options, here are some good ones from CRKT:
Foresight - It's big and comfy in-hand, but it's expensive for the materials used (aluminum and AUS-8)
Shenanigan - lighter and cheaper than the Foresight, but with the same blade material (AUS-8)
Outrage - aluminum handle and 8Cr13MoV steel (similar to AUS-8, id est, reasonably stainless, decent toughness, ok-ish edge retention), ball bearing pivot (nice and smooth!)
Ripple - aluminum handle, 8Cr13MoV blade, ball bearing pivot
With these suggestions, it may seem like I'm a shill for CRKT, but I'm not. I'm just a fan of Ken Onion's designs and ergonomics. I also like:
Spyderco Endura - very good stainless steel in a lightweight package, with plenty of handle real estate
Byrd Cara Cara 2 - Spyderco's value brand (basically a cheap Endura with 8Cr13MoV steel instead of the excellent blade steel VG-10)
Spyderco Resilience - big and comfy (G-10 scales with 8Cr13Mov steel), and my daily carry at work
Spyderco Manix 2 - light and medium sized (they also make an XL version), with BD-1 (kinda similar to AUS-8, kinda)
Cold Steel Recon 1 Spear Point - a big knife with lots of grippy G-10 handle space. The CTS XHP steel is the bee's knees, and the Recon 1 is an excellent value, but it may be too expensive as a starting point.
Also, I'm sure some other folks will chime in, too. The guys & gals of /r/knifeclub are pretty knowledgeable and helpful.
Again, my number 1 suggestion is the RAT 1 in D2. It'll be hard to beat interms of construction, ergonomics, and utility.
Happy hunting!
Let's get some participation in this sub!
Other things like my wallet, phone, pistol, and keys come and go as a college student-turned-graduate, farmhand, and product distribution specialist, but these are two things I keep with me almost all the time.
Spyderco Endura 4, blue
I've carried this for over two years now. I love it and would quickly and happily buy another, if I was careless enough to lose it. Which is possible.
Leatherman Wave with the frame painted blaze orange.
I can't believe I forgot to post this last summer! (Actually, I can believe it - no internet on the prairie.)
I've carried the Wave for a year and a half. This thing has saved me a few times. A few small things like "Where did I put those pliers/wire cutters" and "I wish I could could snug up these sunglasses" and "Damn, this screw is loose." But the one time it really saved me was one night last summer on my uncle's ranch. I was a recent biology graduate, and unemployed, so I volunteered to help my uncle and cousin on their ranch. I was alone for a few days and was mending fences and checking the cattle - seeing where they were grazing and making sure all the cows, calves, and bulls were healthy and accounted for. I'd just finished up after sunset. There was a young calf that had lost its momma and was wandering all alone. We have a pretty bad coyote problem around here and a possible mountain lion in the area, as well. I'm pretty sure the calf wouldn't have made it overnight. (Sometimes cows "park" their calves in a covered area while they wander elsewhere. In those cases, the calf won't move even if you walk up and touch it. Pretty crazy. In those cases, it's usually best to just leave the calf alone, as the cow will find it again. This wasn't one of those times.) The calf was up and wandering in an area pretty far from where the cows were. I was actually pretty lucky I found it.
After chasing the calf toward where the cows were and reuniting it with its inexperienced, first-time mother, and being very tired, I was driving the John Deere Gator back to camp a little faster than I should have, and ran into/over a small tree stump. Anyone who's driven a Gator for long can tell you it's worthless in low traction and rides stupidly low. So I was looking at having to walk the mile or so back to camp and be Gator-less until I could drive a pickup there to pull it off the stump. But I didn't want to do that. These were the tools I had available to me, as well as the knife, but I didn't include it in the picture at the time, because it was irrelevant. I had tried backing up, rocking it, jamming the pedal down with a stick and pushing with all of my might, stacking branches beneath the tires, and prying it up and off with branches. All of this has taken me about an hour and I'm almost ready to start walking, when I finally use my brain. I couldn't cut through the whole stump, but I could get the tallest part off, and it would have been enough to get it unstuck. I set to work for the next ten minutes with the saw and chiseling out bits of wood with the screwdriver and hammer. Once the top bit was off, the Gator came off rather easily. I drove back to camp, exhausted and pleased with a full day's work.
But as I was undressing, I realized that I'd left my Leatherman in the dirt. So I had to go back immediately. Good thing I got the orange one! Here's a picture of the stump after all was said and done. And the ruts I made. The stump is the gray spot to the right in the center of the ruts.
Just goes to show that your tools are only as useful as your smarts allow. Remember to work smarter, not harder.
I do quality control and put stuff in boxes for a major electronics distributor.
Edited to add what I posted in /r/EDC.
Look at the Kershaw Leek, its got a good 3 inch blade, it practically disappears in your pocket, is basically a modern gentlemen's folder, and can get it in several different colors. Its one of the most popular knives out there and is well made. Only thing to watch out for is the tip, its very thin and can break off if you try and use it as a pry bar. You can find the leek for about 40-60 bucks depending on the model.
Link - Kershaw Leek
If you're looking for something heavier duty, the Kershaw Blur or Freefall would be good buys. I use a freefall as one of my EDC knives and think its a great buy for the money. The blur is very well regarded as well, though I don't have experience with one myself.
Link for Blur
Link for Freefall
If you don't absolutely need the spring assist, another idea would be a Spyderco Delica 4, or perhaps a Spyderco Persistence if you want a little cheaper price. Both are solid knives for the money and aren't too bulky in the pocket. You can get the Delica in colors too!
Link for Delica 4
Link for Persistence
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003CHANLO/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1510161174&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=delica+4&dpPl=1&dpID=41w6rWFbu4L&ref=plSrch
You can find it in ZDP as well as different blade shapes and waves and whatnot. None of them would break 100 bucks.
Another good way to store your vials would be using some shotshell cases like this. Personally I just go the cheap route and use a strip of cardboard with holes cut out to keep the vials together.
I normally don't like making recommendations without more information, including what state you live in, however the way your question is asked makes me believe you may not have extensive experience. First if your state law allows this size carry I recommend Spyderco Endura. If that size is not allowed, then Spyderco Delica. These are both primo knives for the price. They are underwhelming at first look but after a few weeks of carry, you will feel like you have fallen in love with the most stable happy partner of your life.
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I have a problem, although to be fair a lot of it is either stuff I always carry on me/use for other stuff, presents or "acquisitions" from colleagues at work who may be retiring, moving etc.
I also need a decent pair of sunglasses that I can replace the lenses on easily, maybe add some leg restraints if we have a spare set at work.
edit: Do I earn this?
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Penknife-Black-PlainEdge-Knife/dp/B0052HQV40
That's a great UK legal option. And quite under budget! You could also get him this http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Tri-Angle-Sharpmaker/dp/B004HIZKHE if you're fine with going a little over budget.
Check this out bro
https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Penknife-Black-PlainEdge-Knife/dp/B0052HQV40
Made specifically to be legal in the UK.
Also swiss army knives are generally legal too since they're slip joints.
This isn't a hard case, but it is pretty rad for ~$30.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005CGLUVU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I use one of the Frankford Platinum Series (marketing wank) trimmer/case prep centers almost exclusively.
I have a WFT and its pretty much on permanent loan to a friend that just reloads 100 or so here and there. Pushing a case up into the trimmer and shavings collecting in the housing made it a no go for me for long sessions. If you're not doing a ton of trimming, this should work fine.
I have used the Lee precision Cutter and Lock Stud and don't think this is useful for anyone for more than about a dozen cases at a time, though it does give consistent results.
I have an RCBS Trim pro and I'm sure if it was bolted down to a dedicated spot on a bench it will work just fine, but I don't have that kind of room. Or a bench.
The Frankford Trimmer does a few things I really like. It adjusts with the collets and shoulder guides for a very repeatable cut in just about any caliber imaginable, but most importantly, its comfortable for long sessions. It also busts your $150 requirement, but not by too much.
I place it standing upright in a plastic tub (to catch errant shavings) and use Gloves like these when trimming. I trim relatively clean brass, let the rubber on the gloves grip tight against the case head, and just hold my hand, using gravity and weight, on the case head until I feel the cutter stop cutting. Done. Use the deburr and chamfer tool running off the same drive train and it goes into a bin. I actually worry more about overheating the motor than I worry about being uncomfortable over long sessions. I've used it for thousands of 5.56 and .308, often in increments of a few hundred at a time.
Check out Opinel knives - they're classic, quality knives. They have many more sizes if you have a requirement, I just linked you to one of the more popular sizes.
I'm not sure what you can buy them in the UK, but Amazon.com came up with a "UTG Law Enforcement SWAT Vest" for about $40/£25. Camping/hiking/outdoors shops might have what I can only imagine might be called a "utility vest" which would look the part.
Also, my only other bit of advice for this otherwise wonderful costume would be to dirty up that shirt a little. We're talking a man living in the wilderness.
G&G Combat Machine M4-A1 Carbine W/ 9.6v battery and Charger: Black Version
Tan Version
Pyramex i-force goggles [I own them, no fogging at all] : Link
Bravo Strike Steel Face Mask: Black
OD
Tactical Sling: Link
Tactical Premium Elite Force 0.20's BBs 5000: Link
Amazon Total (free shipping) : $23.96
Airsoft GI Total with "2013memorial" Coupon WITH UPS ground: $168.28
Grand Total: $192.64 (This is the price shipped)
Use those $37.36 and get some Camo Clothes from a local store or eBay, you'll get it cheaper than getting them from airsoft stores.
Don't need/want Camo Clothing?
Get a Vest UTG Vest
or perhaps spare magazine: Magazine
Or
Red Dot Scope
Or
Gloves & Knee Pads
That's pretty much it, see you on the field!
Edit: Just to make this clear, I tested my pyramex goggles with my 400FPS KWA SR10 with 0.25, sprayed around 5 shots to the lens and not even a scratch.. They're for about $20+ on airsoftgi/evike.. Amazon has better prices on most of the things.
Edit #2: Thanks to Bily_Mays for the correction on the coupon.
That is a very good range, great price point for awesome hunting knives.
Here’s a couple all purpose bushcraft/outdoors knives:
The Benchmade Buschraft: Micarta scales and a very nice leather sheath put it at $200 even. Benchmade is made in the US and is very well known for their high quality and their great warranties. I just bought a Crooked River and am enamored by it.
https://www.amazon.com/Benchmade-162-Bushcrafter-Drop-Point/dp/B00B0E1MB6/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549089167&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=benchmade%2Bbushcraft&dpPl=1&dpID=41uGBLFBQNL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
Next up is the Fallkniven F1. It’s got a composite rubber handle but is still full tang. Made out of VG10 which means high rust resistance, great for bloodwork in the cold when you don’t have a lot of time to clean it. This brand is out of Sweden and those dudes know their outdoors gear. I could go on and on about them but there’s not much more needed to be said. At $115 you’re getting an incredible knife for a hell of a price.
https://www.amazon.com/Fallkniven-F1-Thermorun-Handle-Sheath/dp/B001JA9Y66/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1549089232&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=fallkniven&dpPl=1&dpID=41BlkNY8VfL&ref=plSrch
Now look at the Esee 6P, this is a good example of everything a knife should be and no more. Its 1095 high carbon steel so the implication would be to keep it cleaned and oiled, but there is a DLC (diamond like carbon coating) so it will keep the rust at bay until it wears off over time. $116 is a modest price, especially for the size of this particular knife.
https://www.amazon.com/ESEE-Desert-Molded-Polymer-Sheath/dp/B0049TYBL2/ref=pd_aw_sim_468_1/147-9912666-5096041?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0049TYBL2&pd_rd_r=35b4fb85-26b5-11e9-a2ee-7323802ef2ad&pd_rd_w=EV1gz&pd_rd_wg=WIYnq&pf_rd_p=469620d9-3e90-496d-9dc8-b19f900ba5fe&pf_rd_r=VEHBMYRN110K86ZGZE9G&psc=1&refRID=VEHBMYRN110K86ZGZE9G
That being said I don’t know a great deal of “brand name” filet knives but what I can assure you of is that there is no more a reliable product than a Morakniv. They literally have a knife for every job, and they’re all incredibly robust and utilitarian. Don’t let the low price point fool you, they are worth much more than the company charges. These are made of 12c27n sandvik steel, again in Sweden. The steel is good stuff, nothing glamorous but still a step above 440c. They have awesome belt clips that are just as simple as can be and I couldn’t personally suggest a whole line of knives other than Morakniv.
https://www.amazon.com/Morakniv-Fishing-Comfort-Stainless-6-1-Inch/dp/B00EAL1HI4/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1549089826&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=mora%2Bfillet%2Bknife&dpPl=1&dpID=31IMwXb73cL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Endura4-Lightweight-Ground-PlainEdge/dp/B003CH77WW
Lol, alright for example:
There are a LOT more suggestions I could add...
Yep: there might be cheaper sources, but this is what I've bought on Amazon. On sale now for <$4.
(And me, a non-gun person...)
Here's mine. See, it's perfect (I padded inside the top with foam because I was mailing these 25 samples.)
Looks like it doubled in price, but still a great buy imo. Here's the link https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004Y7CKT4?ref_=yo_ii_img&amp;psc=1&amp;pldnSite=1&amp;th=1
I use this case from Amazon. It works pretty well for a cheap soft case. I've put my ARs, handguns, my Scorpion, etc all in right after firing hundred of rounds and it hold up very well. Never a melted bag to my gun lol. Bonus, it'll fit up to a 10.5" AR pistol with the brace collapsed/7.7" Scorpion with CZ arm/TH brace unfolded on one side, and you can stick mags and stuff on the other side. Rifles you'll have to separate the upper and lower and you can stick them on either side of the divider. I've stuffed it before with a 7.5" and 10.5" pistol on either side lol. It's not the prettiest looking, but I feel it's fairly discreet and it works better than the price might suggest. I've had mine for over two years and it honestly hardly looks that used.
Bulldog Cases "Ultra Compact" AR-15 Discreet Carry Case in Navy (29-inch) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005CGLUVU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_ok8lqeKCm8S2P
I use this to haul around my Colt AR15A4 with an ACOG on top. It's a tight fit, but it definitely fits. It also doesn't scream tactical which I like. Couple mags, ear plugs and glasses all fit in it with the rifle. Hope this helps.
You don't necessarily need an optic, and you should not pick up a magnified optic (i.e scope) unless you intend to radio information to others, since it will rarely provide an actual advantage over unmagnified optics in airsoft and will usually tend to provide disadvantages such as eye relief and field of view issues.
You could probably pick up another battery and a good sling in place of the red dot, but if you find you need it:
http://www.amazon.com/UTG-4-Inch-Integral-Picatinny-Mounting/dp/B005UGIPUQ/
It's the same price on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Daisy-Powerline-340-Repeater-Pistol/dp/B00BSR2QPG
https://www.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-Platinum-Case-System/dp/B00HS7JEB4
Gloves, use them for a very long time, not too much protections, but super comfortable and durable
Mechanix Wear - M-Pact Coyote Tactical Gloves (Large, Brown) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007INZVHO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_mXfNzbFFTD9T9
Mask, has soft sides, really easy to aim down the sights with it
OneTigris Foldable Half Face Mesh Mask Military Style Comfortable Adjustable Tactical Lower Face Protective Mask 9 Colors Available (Green) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KT0HESQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_dYfNzb5TWRBWP
Pyramex I-Force or V2G-XPs are great. I own a pair of both and love them.
If you're a fan of your teeth a mesh mask is definitely a good thing to get, especially if you're fighting in CQB at all. I recommend the Striker V1 from Evike or the OneTigris ones.
Ok. Keeping in mind that I'm US-based, I'm linking to US-based sites. Everything should be available through UK/European sites as well, I just don't know them as well(I'm assuming you're UK/European-based due to the currency). I'm also not including BBs into the initial cost, as I consider those to be a consumable item and tend to factor those into cost-of-play per day of playing.
Gun: I like this G&G Raider Shorty. $150. Alternatively, This CYMA AK is a good option as well, and comes in at $128.
Battery Charger: This is what I use $33
Battery: This one should fit both the Raider and the AK. Important note: If you're using lipos, and the gun is stock, you'll need to use a 7.4v lipo. The 11.1vs are going to shred your wiring. $13
Lipo Sack: You'll need one for charging your batteries $7
As an alternative, Amazon has a package deal for $40
Eye Protection: I like these Pyramex i-Force goggles $16
Face Protection: One Tigris makes this mask $16
Magazines: AK style Mag for $10/each or AR-style for $12/each. I'd recommend getting one extra for starters, and then get more as time and budget allow.
Belt: My normal choice would put you out of your budget, so there's this one that I've never used before that's normally $9, or there's this one from Condor that's $15.
Pouches: It's gonna depend on which rifle you choose, but there's this AK-style that's normally $9 or this AR-style also normally $9.
Almost forgot, barrel cover: It's generally considered good etiquette to have one of these on your gun when not in-play, and mot fields here in the US require them when not on an active field $2
Total Cost for AR-style: $254USD bundling where possible(you could save a little by not getting the belt for now. If you normally wear a belt, just attach the mag pouch to that belt. That'll bring the cost not on-sale to $245USD). Total Cost for AK-style: $230USD, also bundling where possible.
Personally, I'm more of a fan of ARs, but I'd go the AK route and spend the extra $$ on either a third magazine, or an extra battery.
As I'm thinking about it, a second important note on lipo batteries: charge them with the small white connector on the battery, NOT the one that connects to your gun. It might explode if you try to do that.
Hope this helps you out.
Those suck.
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Consider These:
Pyramex I-Force
One Tigris Mesh Mask
I would love this as my entry for gift one. I certainly don't need it, but it would be so cool to have.
For the second one, I do actually need this case. C'mon...gimme.
A lot of this would depend on the situation, but assuming that this bucket would be all that I'd have to live on for 72 hours...
That's the necessary stuff for a 72 hour kit imo. It covers shelter, food, water, warmth (and cooling), and as much security as you can get within budget. It should keep you comfortable for a few days if you have to grab it and move toward a place where you cannot be assured of any necessary resources being present. You can fill gaps with things like gum, hard candy, a good book you don't mind re-reading, as well as anything else you might need to keep yourself occupied.
Given the job and the terrain I'm imagining this is more of a general-abuse knife (ie, "sharpened pry-bar") than a dedicated cutter. Accordingly, I'd try not to spend a fortune on it.
Though they're not serrated I'd be inclined to get a couple of these (~$26 on Amazon) which are designed to be cheap abusable knives for this situation. If there's lots of prying to be done an interesting option would be to get a Breacher Bar, plus a sheath for it (such as this one but currently out of stock), wrap the handle with paracord and pair it with a decent folding knife (such as the RAT 1) for actual cutting.
Other usual suspects:
http://www.amazon.com/KA-BAR-Fighting-Utility-Serrated-Sheath/dp/B000BSZDP8
http://www.amazon.com/Ka-Bar-Short-Tanto-Point-Serrated/dp/B001EIALK6
http://www.amazon.com/Ka-Bar-Short-Fixed-Blade-Knife/dp/B000JMEWBC/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1334972468&amp;sr=1-5
(NB: with the Ka-bars make sure you get 1095 carbon steel not 440A stainless.)
http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-Kraton-Handle-Concealex/dp/B000BSY9AS
Or, for something rather smaller maybe an ESEE 3.
Edit: Just remembered the Glock 78 - again it's on the sharpened-pry-bar side of things and sheath and retention are probably better than most of the options above. (It's a proper Glock product and not just some random company that's licensed the name (I'm looking at you, Smith and Wesson) and IIRC is issued in the Austrian forces.) Available in black, olive green, and sand colours. There's also a saw-back version (the Glock 81 IIRC) but I'd recommend against that.
Try Opinel. They have a bunch on Amazon, and are really durable, inexpensive, and aesthetically pleasing. I personally have the No. 8
Swiss Army Knife
Kershaw method
Kershaw Westin
Ganzo FH-11
Byrd Medowlark 2
Opinel #8
Ontario Rat 1
All of these are going to last longer and perform better than the MTech. In terms of appearance and esthetics, nobody is going to look askance if you pull out a Swiss army knife or an opinel. Flicking your mtech will likely be a different story. You should carry what you enjoy, but understand that conventional wisdom is going to look down on the appearance and, if they know about knives, the MTech brand. If you go with the Mtech, don't trust the lock too much and don't be surprised if the assist mechanism breaks.
Mask: Avon S10 Respirator + Black tinted outsert lenses
Balaclava: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/141784208641 (Sapphire)
Coverall: http://www.crw-airsoft.com/tgc-cod-mw3-sas-coverall-sale-was-70usd-4838-p.asp
Belt: http://www.crw-airsoft.com/sas-leather-sf-belt-replica-by-tgc-1333-p.asp
Tactical Vest: Thatchers actual Vest is an SAS Pigskin Tactical Vest but I couldn't get one so I used a UTG Swat Vest like this one https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Arms-Gear-Operation-Enforcement/dp/B004R7G33K/ref=sr_1_19?s=sports-and-fitness&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1467121154&amp;sr=1-19&amp;keywords=tactical+vest or this one https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Law-Enforcement-SWAT-Vest/dp/B001BR1O74/ref=pd_sim_200_5?ie=UTF8&amp;dpID=51ze9lCyrXL&amp;dpSrc=sims&amp;preST=_AC_UL320_SR234%2C320_&amp;refRID=NWY8XRCKHXNYN40KJTF1
Harness: Irvin GQ Abseil Harness (Homemade knockoff made from 1.5 inch green nylon webbing)
Gloves: Northern Ireland Gloves
Holster: Safariland 6004 STX Leg Holster + 1911 Double Magazine Holster Pouch
Boots: Steel Blue Enforcers. I only used these because I had them already for work but something like a Magnum Stealth Force 8.0 or Belleville 998Z WP Tactical Research would also look awesome!
for those who are looking for the vest
Edit: misspelling.
This is my 'setup' right now. It's balanced well and works just fine, though I do take off the air tank to run it as a secondary with a holster.
I would definitely recommend getting this holster -- the one made by Tippmann is utter garbage. This one is adjustable, so it works with most pistols and can fit the TiPX with some work.
12-gram CO2 cartridges fit in shotgun shell loops like a glove. So do 10-round tubes, the best way to reload your magazines as you go.
I use this vest and it fits five extra magazines: two for each of the bottom-forward large pockets, and one in the pocket directly above that with the four shell loops. Those will fit CO2 cartridges perfectly.
A word of warning, though... while this vest works perfectly fine, it's a bitch to clean and I'm starting to regret that I didn't get a MOLLE vest with mag pouches. You can't hold more than five magazines with this vest.
Also, consider getting the FXR carbine-mod when it becomes available next month. And even if you don't like that, the ZetaMag (which is an extended magazine that gives you 20 shots per magazine) is definitely worth a look.
It's definitely enough for a nice knife, though you might want to go a bit higher for a great knife. The KaBar BK2 is actually designed with things like batoning (hammering the knife through wood as a kind of faux hatchet using another piece of wood against the blade of the knife as the hammer itself) or chopping. It's a bit over $60, currently available for $69 to be precise, but as long as you don't flat out abuse it (prying heavy things, for example) it'll serve you well and quite possibly for the rest of your natural life.
At a lower price, you can get the Condor Bushlore, which at $35 is a perfectly valid choice that will serve you well indeed.
For an even lower price yet, the Mora Heavy Companion is from one of those few cheaper knife companies that does incredible work. I wouldn't baton with it, honestly, but even if you did it'd probably hold up just fine.
At a more expensive range, the Ontario Rat-5 is an amazing bushcraft knife. The Fallkniven Pilot Survival Knife is also an amazing knife. The Benchmade Bone Collector is spectacular knife made in D2 tool steel, one of the better steels available at that price. Another amazing knife is the Spyderco Bushcraft made in O1 tool steel. Finally, the Benchmade 162 is a pretty amazing knife.
One thing you'll notice about all of these knives with the exception of the Pilot Survival knife and the BM 162 is that they're all carbon steel knives. Carbon steel is a lot tougher than stainless (with a few very, very rare exceptions I'd never trust a long knife to be stainless steel) with the trade off of being a lot more of a hassle to take care of, since it needs to be regularly cleaned and oiled.
If you want a fire starter, carry a magnesium fire starter. With the carbon steel knives, you can probably strike it against the back of the blade to create the sparks you'll want and if not (like with some of the coated ones) you'll be carrying the striker anyway.
For sharpening, you'll want to get a decent sharpening setup and start stropping. A couple of easy sharpening systems would be the superior Spyderco Sharpermaker (usually available on Amazon around the $50 mark) or the Lansky Sharpening system which while cheaper isn't as good. You could take the time to learn how to free hand it, but most casual users don't care that much because it takes a long time to get proficient at freehand sharpening. Stropping is running the blade against something like smooth leather (usually smooth leather, actually) to remove burrs along the blade of a knife made by use and sharpening and the restore a blade to a better edge without removing metal. Stropping allows for a level of sharpness unachievable by sharpening alone and extends a knife's lifetime by allowing sharpness to be achieved for longer without removing metal from the blade. To learn how to strop, watch videos on YouTube or check out guides from the sidebar of /r/knives.
Finally, if you want a whistle, just carry a whistle. If you want a mirror for signaling, carry a small signaling mirror or mirror polish the knife you buy (a process where you sand the blade with increasing grit level sandpaper until it shines like the sun and you can see yourself in the blade).
If you have any more questions, feel free to ask.
If you want something that's high quality and will last forever, a great option is a Benchmade Saddle Mountain Skinner The S30V steel is uses is great for keeping an edge of a long time, and it's backed by a lifetime warranty. It's also made in the US, which is always nice.
Another great option for very tough, no-frills knives is a Swedish company known as Fallkniven. They make fantastic hunting and survival knives. Their A1 model is their most well-known, but I prefer the smaller F1 series It's a fair bit lighter and easier to carry.
$150 is plenty of budget for a good knife. This one is just slightly over that budget but will last you the rest of your life. It's kind of my dream survival knife.
The Fallkniven F1 is very popular as well and right in your price range.
Currently I use this knife which is also very good.
If you want to go a little less expensive still, Becker makes some good ones such as the Bk16. I know the Becker doesn't look anything like "hand made", but I have the BK2- I used paint remover to take the black coating off the blade, replaced the plastic handles with micarta and stained it to look more like wood, and built a leather sheath for it. It's a beautiful knife now. Too bad it's so goddamn heavy.
You could also go with something like the Mora bushcraft. I have that one also, very decent knife.
You could even just get a regular Mora or a Condor bushlore which are even more economical options.
It seems like this in the green color would be a welcomed edition. Also what model Victorinox is that? I love the scales.
https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Penknife-Black-PlainEdge-Knife/dp/B0052HQV40
Check out the Spyderco UKPK.
It was specifically made for the task.
In the Uk you are only allowed a 3 inch long, non-locking folding knife. This is about as 'manly' a knife you are allowed to carry https://www.amazon.co.uk/Spyderco-Lightweight-Leaf-Shaped-Plain-Knife/dp/B0052HQV40 .
I have one or two of these inside a wheeled suitcase. Clothes are in my backpack.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005CGLUVU/
In the box:
Ray-Ban 3025 Aviator Polarized sunglasses
Zippo Slim circa 1960
Nite-Ize S-Biner with County Comm Titanium Widgy Pry Bar / Ti split rings
The camera pictured is my beater/backup, a Nikon D7000 with a Nikon 35mm F/1.8G AF-S DX lens. These were all taken with the camera I use on assignment - a Nikon D800 with a Nikon 24-70mm f/2.8G AF-S lens, an SB700 speedlight and a Rogue Small Flashbender.
I leave the D800 at home when I'm not working, but I keep the D7000 in my car or on my person pretty much all the time. Everything else here goes almost everywhere with me.
According to Amazon, it is classified as a trading card game.
Seriously.
I don't have one of these but my friend does and says he loves it.
https://www.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-Platinum-Case-System/dp/B00HS7JEB4/ref=sr_1_4?s=hunting-fishing&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1506090133&amp;sr=1-4&amp;keywords=case+trimmer
I can ask him any questions you have about it.
A budget of $50 won't give you much to work with unless you're talking bargain basement.
Like this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001JJCHWK/
I am running a Primary Arms red dot and a UTG 3x flip up magnifier. Very happy with both.
https://www.primaryarms.com/primary-arms-microdot-with-removable-base-gen-2
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S2FWRGK/
The SOG Seal Team Elite is partially serrated so here ya go. Hard to go wrong with a Ka-Bar
I was looking into KA-BAR but Ive heard mixed reviews.
what about this one, Its pretty affordable and it seems to be good for all purpose
http://www.amazon.com/KA-BAR-Fighting-Utility-Serrated-Sheath/dp/B000BSZDP8/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1421551679&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=kabar&amp;pebp=1421551689216&amp;peasin=B000BSZDP8http://
Ka-Bar Fixed Blade $59.29
Marine Corps Fighting Knife that has proven itself in the theater of war. The knife will easily outlast you and can be used as a hammer, axe, knife..well just about anything. If I could have only one knife under $100 for the rest of my life I would chose the Ka-Bar.
http://www.amazon.com/KA-BAR-Fighting-Utility-Serrated-Sheath/dp/B000BSZDP8/ref=sr_1_2?s=hunting-fishing&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1451214160&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=Kabar
I have this knife and I actually regret buying it. Not because it's a bad knife but because it was one of my first knives and I didn't really have a firm grasp on how I would use it. I almost never use it now except to lend to friends when we go camping. I'll break down the different elements to the knife now and what I think about each of them after using it for some time.
If you're stuck on getting this knife, I'd advise going for the standard model. The blade is a bit thinner but it's lighter and like $10 cheaper and you get a better sheath (they also sell that knife without the serrations FYI). I actually bought mine off Amazon so I can vouch for buying it from them if you still decide it's what you want. Unless perhaps you want it shipped somewhere outside of the U.S.A., there's nothing special about buying it from them. It's just like buying anything else from them.
Anywhoodle, hope this helps with your purchase. Let me know if there's anything else I can tell you about the knife.
Leatherman OHT
DULEX super Bright Cree Xm-l T61000l
Amazon Basics AA
[Opinel No. 8 Folding Knife Stainless Steel]
(http://amazon.com/dp/B000UGYWTO)
Husky Precision Screwdriver Set
Samsung Galaxy Note II
I mean you could go with a knife designed to be a folding kitchen/picnic knife, the stainless Opinel. For $75 you can get several.
I have the combination blade that’s CPM-D2 cutting edge and the sandvik spine. I found it on amazon here if you’re looking Kershaw Leek, Composite Blade (1660CB) 3” Sandvik 14C28N/D2 Composite Blade with 410 Stainless Steel Handle, Features SpeedSafe Assisted Opening with Flipper, Frame Lock, Reversible Pocketclip; 3.1 OZ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0017KN4MS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_H93YAb2NFSH8Y
I have a friend who bought this vest: http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Law-Enforcement-SWAT-Vest/dp/B001BR1O74/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1314551397&amp;sr=8-3
He is about your size and it tightens up nice on him. It has a pretty huge range you can adjust it to. However the top button that covers the zipper broke off. But the rest of the vest seems okay.
I love the smell of napalm in the morning. So here are some items that should help you.
You're going to need this to help shield yourself.
Here is a weapon a certain doctor would use.
And straight out of Apature Science...
Best of luck!
Sure! Here is the link.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B001BR1O74/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1519359109&amp;sr=8-5&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&amp;keywords=utg+vest&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41k3HtAJp7L&amp;ref=plSrch
I'd suggest using this as a base, then removing all the pockets, sewing in your own and then filling them with foam and sewing them shut.
I've got that one. Great knife. I like using the flint to light my BBQ. The Fallkniven F1 is my favourite though. Steel is laminated, about twice as thick, and has a full convex grind which I think is better for batoning.
Thank you for your service.
Hard to beat a Mora for the price though, right?
Could you provide your favorites at different prices? I don't know much about what real world experienced people would use.
I use a Fallkniven but I'm a total keyboard commando and I just like knives so I don't know much. I hear esee5 is nice too.
There is no "right" knife, it really depends on the person and the situation. I know thats a frustrating answer, but you can figure out what your ideal knife is by understanding some of those questions you asked.
Note: I'm by no means a knife expert so take all of this with a grain of salt :)
Full tang refers to the fact that the blade and handle of the knife are a single metal piece. Granted, you may have an additional handle on there (rubber, or wood, or whatnot), but the point is that there are no hinges or places where repeated stress could cause the knife to break.
The advantages of stainless steel are that it is hard, and rust resistant. This makes the knife edge a bit harder to dull, but also harder to re-sharpen.
Carbon steel is best read about here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carbon_steel
Laminated knives are created by layering different types of steels to form the blade. Essentially the only reason I could see the need for this today would be when you needed different types of steel at different points on the blade. For example, a harder steel at the tip to prevent dulling when piercing things.
Now, if you learn to care for your blade properly, I would suggest looking towards a medium hardness full tang blade. The medium hardness will mean that the knife is easier to sharpen when it dulls, and with proper maintenance should stay rust free. I say full tang just because they're less likely to break with use.
Some recommendations I've got are: this -- I do not own one of these (yet) but have heard only good things;
and this -- I don't own this particular model but have heard good things about it as well. I own a different kabar and love it.
Few ideas. I don't have any of them but they are all decent. You're really not getting anything absolutely amazing for under $50. (This is a except of my other comment)
Blade quality wise the Ka-Bar and IZULA both use high carbon steel 1095. This means it holds an edge better but is also a little harder to sharpen. The Mora doesn't have a lot of information on its steel and the Camillus uses AUS-8 which is decent. Less carbon but acts similar to steel with more carbon because of some magic. The Schrade is 8Cr13 and is again nothing special. Honestly I think any of them should be fine. Then again I am NOT an expert on this. If you are worried about the blade hit up /r/knives
If you like kershaw you can get a blur with S30v steel for around 65$ on amazon if you still want a kershaw. I've never been too impresed with them since I find their build quality to be lacking. They seem to have an excessive amount of blade play and use average quality steels in most of their knives. The a premium steel that can hold a razor sharp working edge. The spyderco delica/endura line is also a great knife. They have full flat ground blades that come razor sharp from the factory with absolutlely no blade play. I personally carry a green delica as one of my edc knives. The dragonfly is also great if you want a knife that dissapears on your person. it is a featherweight knife, that cuts and handles like a much larger knife.
If you are looking for a knife that can take an absolutely harsh beating, I would have to reccomend an Ontario RAT 1 or 2 depending on you size preference. They are a bit heavy in hand compared to other knives it size, but perform just as good as any of my spydercos. It is also on the cheaper side at around 25$.
The benchmades are also a good choice, but I would also reccomend the benchmade mini-presidio.
Anyways, I thought I might as well just post some links to them:
S30v Kershaw Blur
Benchmade Mini Presidio
[Benchmade Griptillian] (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Q9BOF0/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&amp;colid=2Q6YQ3PL1NNYW&amp;coliid=I1IO3PSF8569TW)
Benchmade Mini Griptillian (I prefer thumb hole openers, but both griptillians also are offered with combo edges and thumb studs.)
Spyderco Dragonfly
Spyderco Delica
Spyderco Endura
Ontario RAT 1
Ontario RAT 2
Leatherman juice S2 (older version) and Spyderco Endura 4
be patient, it takes a little while to learn. but its well worth it. remember to wrap your index finger around the lighter, rather than trying to force the lighter into that crevice.
If you still want a knife, but no longer a bottle opener: this is my favorite
Bump that budget up just another 10 dollars and get him a FFG Delica.
Absolutely the Spyderco Delica 4 FFG. Quite literally a perfect knife.
Gerber Shard is a convenient little pry-tool for a bargain. It's worth the price just to try it out. Bottle opener, pry bar, and Philips-head screwdriver all in one make it worth the space on my keychain.
For a folder, you won't go wrong with either a Benchmade Mini-Griptilian or a Spyderco Delica. And at the cheaper end, there's the popular Spyderco Tenacious, but I am personally not a fan. Just don't buy anything with partial serrations, and do learn how to sharpen your blade.
Happy trails.
I would second the Delica recommendation. Amazon has a Delica 4 ffg in Purple that would do nicely. The Dragonfly 2 in a very dark green frn and a yellow H1 salt frn would be great as well. Great gift idea man!
Nice. Reminds me of a shotgun shell box.
Shotshell box
$15: [Kershaw Shuffle II] (https://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-8750TBLKBW-Shuffle-Folding-BlackWash/dp/B00TUCPWZM)
$40: [Kershaw Leek] (https://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Leek-Knife/dp/B00P2LAQ4W)
$65: [Spyderco Delica] (https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Delica4-Lightweight-Ground-PlainEdge/dp/B0052HQPWS)
The knives I linked are all folding locking knives. The shuffle would be harder to sharpen because of the tanto style blade.
For sharpening, most people either get the [Spyderco Sharpmaker] (https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Tri-Angle-Sharpmaker/dp/B004HIZKHE) or the [Lansky Diamond Stone System] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000B8L6LS/ref=sxts2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1483915806&amp;sr=2&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65). If you get the Lansky system, get the pedestal to go with it else your hands will be cramping.
Honestly I suggest getting a knife under $100. Once you get over $100 you start getting into supersteels. Supersteels are hard to sharpen for beginners and if you don't know what you're doing, you're likely to ruin the edge.
You don't need a serrated edge. Most folks here would recommend against it even if you did want to cut rope.
For cleaning and caring, I just put a drop of gun oil on the blade and mechanism. You don't really need to do this though. Unless you see rust or your knife is having trouble opening, you could skip it.
Amazon
https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Delica4-Lightweight-Ground-PlainEdge/dp/B0052HQPWSc
I got my ex a pink spyderco ladybug http://www.cutleryshoppe.com/spydercolpnp3ladybug-ffgvg-10blade-neonpinkhandle-sprintrun.aspx
and and purple delica http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Delica4-Lightweight-Ground-PlainEdge/dp/B0052HQPWS?th=1&amp;psc=1
my current girlfriend just got a leatherman style cs http://www.cabelas.com/product/Leatherman-reg-Pink-Style-reg-CS-Multitool/1439349.uts
and a pink mini tuff lite http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-20MTP-Mini-Knife/dp/B00F5EUNDU
My ex still carries one of those every day and brags about using them and my girlfriend uses the leatherman way more than the knife but she still carries it.
Edit: links also sorry for shitty format.. mobile+ lazy=garbage format
Spyderco Delica is my edc blade.
Spyderco delica 4 http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Delica4-Lightweight-Ground-PlainEdge/dp/B0052HQPWS
Since you're in New York, you need a non-locking, sub 3" blade. Also, because it's a knife-intolerant locale, you're going to want a non-threatening carry, preferably deep. Besides traditionals, the only quality knife I can think of that fits those criteria as well as your price range is the Spyderco UKPK ($50). Oh, and there's a harder to find titanium version that goes for at least twice as much.
OP is referring to this.
I had a law folder on my 9” 300 blackout but the nut of the law folder kept coming loose where is connects to the rear of the lower. Now i’m back on the hunt for a bag at least 25” as I carry my 300 blackout pistol everywhere i go. Anyone know of a backpack 25” long in height?
Ive been using this one for a couple years and its held up well.
here is another link - they were not available from the other one - http://www.amazon.com/Bulldog-Cases-Compact-Inch-Discreet-29-Inch/dp/B005CGLUVU
Nice! I gotta build an AR eventually.
If you are looking for a cheap red-dot, I know UTG isn't exactly top of the line, but I got this one for my ruger 10/22 and it's worked great. In fact, I was at the range earlier today trying out my new revolver and my buddy tried it on his AR and said it was working pretty good.
And what else do I need for the gun? I already have:
Should I get into the gun and mess with some internals (stuff like shimming and radiusing the gearbox) or should I hold off for now?
You have to understand that I am very, very cheap and very, very poor. Therefore I went with a budget optic that, all things considered, turned out to be of decent quality.
It is an updated model of UTG's 4-Inch Red/Green Dot Sight. Takes common watch-batteries that you can get a pack of four of at Home Depot for ~$10. In the bright, winter sun of California's badlands, both the green and red dots are sufficiently bright to easily acquire large or small targets (when set to maximum brightness). I sighted the scope in at 100 yards and since this is my first time using it, I can't tell you yet if it will hold zero very well. But so far, I highly recommend it.
Ok...so with the exception that I posted, they're garbage. Not going to nitpick this into the ground, not interested in being 'right' on the internet. Examples of said garbage:
http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Green-Sight-Adaptor-Flip-Open/dp/B004HICPHW
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005UGIPUQ/ref=pd_aw_sim_200_3?ie=UTF8&amp;dpID=41lwQpLA92L&amp;dpSrc=sims&amp;preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C86_&amp;refRID=033305SB2323RTRH310Y
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00457SRBI/ref=pd_aw_sim_200_2?ie=UTF8&amp;dpID=51eDKYv3bZL&amp;dpSrc=sims&amp;preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C100_&amp;refRID=1VE1AJ38TMWRDXPP6HV4
Etc etc etc. this is the crap i'm referring to.
The one I got on Amazon is only $30 and it hasn't let me down yet.
http://www.amazon.com/Airsoft-Innovations-GunGas-propane-Adaptor/dp/B005WK4D9W
best of the best:
https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Techno-Titanium-Plain-Knife/dp/B006L6WSIY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1510170470&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=spyderco+techno
oh wow
CHOKING HAZARD -- This toy is a small ball. Not for children under 3 yrs.
Spyderco Techno Titanium XHP Plain Edge Knife https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006L6WSIY/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_s5VXub0EAHAJA
http://www.amazon.com/M-Pro-Sided-Tactical-Cleaning-Black/dp/B002CTCFTQ/ref=sr_1_48?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1410762717&amp;sr=1-48&amp;keywords=cleaning+kit
http://www.amazon.com/Hoppes-BoreSnake-Cleaner-Choose-Caliber/dp/B004DPJPV8/ref=pd_sim_sg_10?ie=UTF8&amp;refRID=05M04WYT0TVAT23E7G6E
http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-Micro-Tactical-Folder/dp/B006YBW82C/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1410763379&amp;sr=1-5&amp;keywords=cold+steel+lawman
http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-American-Lawman-Handle/dp/B0015U73I6/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=undefined&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=cold+steel+law+man
http://www.amazon.com/Leatherman-831548-Rebar-w-Standard/dp/B005KSWIBQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1410764666&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=leatherman+rebar
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WEG8P0/ref=twister_B007QOEXNI
http://www.amazon.com/Neutron-2C-Flood-Cree-Flashlight/dp/B004UH12W4/ref=sr_1_20?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1410764914&amp;sr=1-20&amp;keywords=thrunite
http://www.amazon.com/Olight-Tactcial-Flashlight-Batteries-Lumentac/dp/B00KANR6KO/ref=sr_1_10?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1410764992&amp;sr=1-10&amp;keywords=olight+m10
http://www.amazon.com/Winchester-Deluxe-Shooters-Bag-Holds/dp/B00EQ7U3KU/ref=sr_1_20?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1410763558&amp;sr=1-20&amp;keywords=range+bag
http://www.amazon.com/TekMat-11-Inch-17-Inch-Handgun-Cleaning/dp/B0036N9A3G/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=undefined&amp;sr=1-5&amp;keywords=gun+mat
http://www.amazon.com/ATD-Tools-8760-Stainless-Magnetic/dp/B000OUZCUE/ref=sr_1_cc_2?s=aps&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1410764144&amp;sr=1-2-catcorr&amp;keywords=magnet+parts+bowl
Knives, cleaning gear, and flashlights are never unwelcome gifts for gun/weapon nerds. I linked you a bunch of decent tools that would make great gift ideas. Some more affordable than others. Get him a couple really nice things for like 40-50 each or a bunch of little affordable things and toss them in a 20 dollar range bag.
Cold Steel Micro Recon is great.
https://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-27TDS-Micro-Folding/dp/B006YBW82C
I use the Micro Recon 1 Spear Point from Cold Steel. I like it for that.
http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-Micro-Tactical-Folder/dp/B006YBW82C
There is also a tanto style if you rather. I am not a big tanto fan, but for box cutting it works.
http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-Micro-Tactical-Folder/dp/B006YBW8BI
They are folding knives, with triad lock!, 2" blade, and 1.1oz. You will do good with those I think for just that purpose, maybe opening packages or something.
I'd try one. Fits in coin pocket of a pair of jeans, and stays sharp for a long time with only that role being used. Plus, its AUS 8a, which is easy to sharpen anyway.
What about the Cold Steel Micro Recon 1? Definitely one of the toughest light small EDC knives available, cheap, available in different colours.
http://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-Micro-Tactical-Folder/dp/B006YBW82C
He asked for advice. The Daisy 340, while certainly inexpensive, is about the last gun I would advise someone to buy. With steel bbs travelling at a blistering 240 fps out of that smoothbore barrel, I'll be betting on the cans.
I think he should, at least, read the reviews people have posted on Amazon before buying this gun.
Orange safety tips are only for imitation guns, like Airsoft. Actual BB guns like this Daisy pistol are regulated differently.
https://www.amazon.com/Daisy-Powerline-340-Repeater-Pistol/dp/B00BSR2QPG/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Prop+gun&amp;qid=1554774102&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-2
Like this?
Here's what you could do: get a cheap springer, sharpie the orange tip, and your perfect. Idk what type of model you are looking for but a bank robber would most likely use these (depending on time period and how smart they are)
The revolver would be for an older look and if the robber was smart and didn't want to leave behind casings. The only problem you might run into is the shells not looking realistic but it wouldn't be hard to fix. Ecal G36B BLACK Old West Spring Powered Airsoft Revolver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074PLLRY3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_xQ.QCbCS11V2G
The good ol Barreta isn't necessarily a 'menacing' gun, but this model (as another redditor pointed out) is both cheap and doesn't have an orange tip. Daisy Powerline 340 BB Repeater Pistol https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BSR2QPG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_RS.QCbRTD6VG6
This is a glock style gun, more of a modern gun. Would look weird if you used it in a retro sense. Doesn't have an orange tip. Crosman PSM45 Spring Powered with Single Shot Metal Slide Air Pistol https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HN1BULG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_6U.QCb65VXPDE
Now I have to include a pimp gun on the list, but unfortunately I couldn't find anything too flashy. But this is a very cheap 'flashy' gun if that is what you are going for. BBTac P169 Airsoft Gun 260 FPS Spring Pistol Handgun with Functional Safety and Reinforced Material https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00C185RRU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_aX.QCbGNQXGQH
Are you people seriously stupid? There are MILLIONS of black plastic guns with tiny orange spots on the barrel that look IDENTICAL to your glock. So by your mentality.... Your glock is now unsafe. Because some kid could confuse it with his plastic toy glock.
NOT TO MENTION. I don't know a single kid who is young enough to confuse a gun and a toy, AND has actually played duck hunt. Yet I bet the majority of kids have played with or at least seen a black plastic toy gun that closely resembles your glock.
Wtf
Edit: OH NO. Amazon sells this scary black gun
Better disapprove of it
Edit 2: Check out this savage, he has no trigger discipline
Fair enough. Here's the FA case prep center: https://smile.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-Platinum-Case-System/dp/B00HS7JEB4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1518118655&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=frankford+arsenal+case+prep+center&amp;dpID=41-AvcH2rIL&amp;preST=_SX300_QL70_&amp;dpSrc=srch
If you plan on loading a few of them, you may want to check out the frankford arsenal case prep deluxe. It has a WFT style of trimmer on it along with all the other case prep things you would usually need.
https://www.amazon.com/Platinum-Case-Trim-Prep-System/dp/B00HS7JEB4
I'm seriously considering a Frankford Arsenal Platinum Series Case Prep and Trim Center. It looks like a very flexible and fast trimming platform.
Edit: Here it is on Amazon for $143.21
Assuming no one sells you one, there's a pretty good one on Amazon: UTG 3X Magnifier with Flip-to-side QD Mount, W/E Adjustable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S2FWRGK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6y6VBbFWXPC3M
I have this one myself and its sturdy and well built, especially for the price
I have the ACSS Reticle Holosun, and I love it! If you end up getting the ACSS Reticle model, I would recommend getting a magnifier (3x or 4x) in order to practically use the lower dots.
I bought this cheap magnifier and put it behind it:https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Magnifier-Flip-side-Adjustable/dp/B00S2FWRGK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1492784448&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=magnifier+optic.
The eye relief is not great (1.5" to 2") but it works pretty well for a more budget build.
UTG here is a link the the product. I know, I know, Amazon products, especially optics, on guns and all that. Had to keep my wallet intact.
Here’s the links to them
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00S2FWRGK?psc=1&amp;ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07N2QG86S?psc=1&amp;ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Putting goggles on underneath sounds uncomfy as hell. Get something like this. And as for goggles nearly any kind work. Look around on some airsofting sights like evike or go to a local airsofting store.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S2FWRGK/
Lines up with the SPARC 1 I have on the AR out of the box.
Iron Face was popular back in the day. I'm starting to see the One Tigris mask more and more.
I just bought one of these and it is the freakin' tits to use as a lower
It's on amazon US here, dunno about UK though. Maybe you can find it on another website?
lol i wasn't sure people would be that interested since i didn't do anything unique or exciting with it.
Parts list right now:
Stock KM4 SR7
Mock PEQ (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06X6M3Q1F/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
11.1v 2600mah titan power Li-On
UTG 3X Magnifier (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S2FWRGK/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
EoTech Clone (https://ebay.us/gl3EGS)
Mock Silencer with flash hider (https://www.airsoftgi.com/product/5KU-SOCOM556MG-6-5-QD-Airsoft-Mock-Suppressor-w-CCW-Flash-Hider-Black-Type-A-33737/)
QD Pictinny rail attachment (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQEA9CR/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Nylon sling adapter for stock (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075QB4Z1Z/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
Front Grip (https://www.evike.com/products/27228/)
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S2FWRGK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Why not an KA-BAR like this
What is your budget and what type of blade are you looking for?
My favorite knife is the CRKT M16-13SF With the Auto Lawks feature, it becomes a veritable tank and performs like a full tang fixed blade.
I really like my Spyderco Tenacious as an EDC, does everything you're looking for.
The Kershaw 6034 Emerson Designed CQC-6K and the Kershaw 6044TBLK Emerson Designed CQC-8K are supposed to be really good, I haven't gotten around to buying but I am going to real soon.
If money is not an issue, then I suggest going for the Benchmade or Emerson route.
Fixed blades? Without getting too deep into it an ESEEor a Ka-Bar will last you forever.
Or you could just go with you know... An icepick
You'll never go wrong investing in quality. If you like the ESEE, then save hard and get the ESEE. They make some of the best blades on the market right now and their warranty is as good as it gets.
Also, serration is not all that important if you know how to sharpen your knife properly. But if you had to have it, and you can't afford the ESEE, then a more traditional Ka-Bar Fighting/Utility may be the way to go. Even if you use it for a while and decide on something else later, every man should have a Ka-Bar fighting knife in his collection.
Also, please don't get anything with a tanto point. Unless you are a mall ninja.
this
KA-Bar
So you seem pretty knowledgeable, and I trust your opinion. I’ve narrowed it down to 6 I’m choosing between, with some definitely more likely than others. Three are folders , and three are fixed . While I no longer trust MTech for folders, their blade kept decently well, and there’s not a lot of room for screws loosening on fixed blades. I also know Elk Ridge was never mentioned in the tread, but I’ve owned one fixed and one folder from them and they were both great knives, I have faith in the brand
Gotta echo the Opinel idea. You can get them in carbon steel (can rust, but it looks really cool) or stainless steel for no need to oil the blade.
http://www.amazon.com/Opinel-Carbon-Steel-Folding-knife/dp/B000UGYWQM
http://www.amazon.com/Opinel-No-Stainless-Steel-Folding/dp/B000UGYWTO/
Opinle is a good work knife.
And milwaukeet tool folder is also a good work knife.
An Opinel pocket knife. They're like $15. They're made out of wood and they look really cool. You can use em for kitchen work, or whittling, or just cutting shit. Great little knives, I've got 5 of them all in different sizes. :D
I would go for an Opinel for its locking capability if I'm looking for a blade only tool.
This is the heavy duty Leek
As long as you're not doing anything crazy, it shouldn't break, but sometimes people want more of a beater knife, and for that, the Leek wouldn't be a good choice.
Here are a few knives that I either own or have owned. All are in your price range, some for much less. I have assumed that you are only looking for a folding knife...
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Junk-Composite-Blade-Knife/dp/B001CZDCKM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320358456&amp;sr=8-1
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Skyline-Knife-Textured-Handle/dp/B001CZBDF8/ref=sr_1_26?s=hi&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320364599&amp;sr=1-26
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Sandvik-Stainless-Steel-Composite-two-tone/dp/B0017KN4MS/ref=sr_1_54?s=hi&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320364653&amp;sr=1-54
http://www.amazon.com/SOG-Specialty-Knives-Tools-AE-02/dp/B00137HJPS/ref=sr_1_97?s=hi&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320364734&amp;sr=1-97
http://www.amazon.com/SOG-Specialty-Knives-Tools-AE-02/dp/B00137HJPS/ref=sr_1_97?s=hi&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320364734&amp;sr=1-97
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Tenacious-Handle-Folding-C122GPS/dp/B0017L138E/ref=sr_1_105?s=hi&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320364768&amp;sr=1-105
http://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Tenacious-Handle-Folding-C122GPS/dp/B0017L138E/ref=sr_1_105?s=hi&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320364768&amp;sr=1-105
The axis lock that benchmade uses is easily one hand open, you pull the little silver nubs in the handle to release the blade into a free swing, then release to lock it open. Skip to 5 mins in. But the leek is so different from a lot of knives that your best bet is stick with it, maybe go for a composite leek with better steel if you ever feel the itch for a new knife. That said, your leek is a solid knife snd the sog is good for your beater knife as well. Upgrading is a matter of choice now.
Well how about a compromise, better edge retention and you get to keep your leek.
http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-1660CB-Stainless-Steel-Composite-two-tone/dp/B0017KN4MS/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1409515629&amp;sr=8-12&amp;keywords=kershaw+leek
Still very cool. It reminded me of a folder I've had for a while with a hybrid blade. This. I really want a fixed blade one of a kind though.
Kershaw Leek Composite http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Sandvik-Stainless-Steel-Composite-two-tone/dp/B0017KN4MS/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1335021631&amp;sr=8-1-fkmr0
what I carry for a gentlemanly knife
Take a look at the Leek with the combo sandvik/d2 blade. I have one and it is one of those knives that you just wanna fondle. If you pick one up, do yourself a favor and force a patina on the blade with some lemon juice or something - it really makes the two different steels contrast beautifully.
I've gone to my Army Navy Surplus store nearby, and the closest thing I could find is similar to this.
I was considering something like this or this, but if I can find something more accurate it would be better.
A bit late, but a few years ago I bought a tactical vest. All the pockets work perfectly with little bottles of alcohol, or medium sized flask shaped bottles. You could combine that with something army-ish? I usually went as a Guerrilla (cargo pants/tactical vest) Gorilla (gorilla mask/gloves).
Another option to consider might be the Cold Steel Master Hunter. Or, if you are willing to stretch the budget some, the Fallkniven F1 is a solid choice, well loved in the bushcraft world.
My comment was written with most everyday people in mind. They're mostly sharpening bad 440C kitchen knives and don't want to spend a lot of money. Another big thing is that your average person in the kitchen doesn't even know just how sharp a knife can get. The average guy is usually okay with a good working edge. I was recommending the honing rod and the Lansky system because they're inexpensive, easy-to-use, and they last a long time. Plus, most people are never even going to need a Lansky. That's already more advanced than most want to get.
If you have good knives though, everything changes. If you're a knife guy, then yeah absolutely you need to have a more sophisticated sharpening system.
We're both knife guys, so you'll probably agree that it all really depends on which knife you're using.
There are so many factors that go into it.
How thick is the knife?
What's the blade length/shape?
What's the steel?
What's the grind? Convex? Hollow? Full-Flat Grind? Scandi? Sabre?
What's the angle on that grind?
What type of knife is this?
What kind of edge do I want to put on it?
I personally just put a convex edge on most of my knives, so all I really use is a strop and a handful of compounds. For everything else I just use an Apex Edge Pro.
For ~$30, get one of the "high-end" Moras. I have this one, it's very sharp, very comfortable, nice and light, and great for camp chores like food prep, whittling, cutting cord, etc.
For ~$120-$150, get a Fallkniven. The F1 model is smaller and cheaper, the S1 is a bit bigger, and I think the A1 is the biggest. They're fantastic; great steel, thick but not too thick blade, exposed tang, unbreakable handle. I took my Mora and my Fallkniven camping with me a few weekends ago. The Fallkniven was used to baton through dead wood to make firewood, the Mora was used for cooking and lighter chores. Neither one shows any wear, though they were both used vigorously. And they're both still sharp as hell.
Those are the two that I can personally recommend, and frankly I'm surprised that Fallkniven hasn't come up more here if you're willing to spend upwards of $100 on a knife. If you need to stick to a budget, then a Mora will never let you down. The ESEEs also have a great reputation and people around here love them, so you can't go wrong with those either, I just prefer the style of Fallkniven more than ESEE. One thing that everyone will agree on is to stay away from Gerber if you want a good, dependable blade.
I personally own a fallkniven f1 http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001JA9Y66 It has been a great knife for me over the past few years. The blade is nice and thick, runs full tang and carries a wicked sharp full convex edge. Its made of a laminated steel using a vg 10 core and another stronger steel for the side of the blade. All in all I have used it for whittling, batoning, hammering and even some minor chopping. I highly recommend it.
The Fallkniven F1 is a very nice no-frills knife if you like stainless. It's the survival knife of choice for the Swedish air force. Pick up a 5$ pack of variable high-grit wet/dry sandpaper from your auto parts store for sharpening convex edges if you get one.
No problem. There is also the BK11, I dont really like it though because it has a weird bottle opener on the end of the handle.
I cant seem to find any with a finger hole in them though.
How about http://www.amazon.com/Ka-Bar-BK11-Becker-Necker-Knife/dp/B001N1CBB6
I don't have the handle, but this looks pretty good http://www.amazon.com/KA-BAR-BK-11HNDL-Becker-Custom-Micarta/dp/B004GIDJK0
Unless you MUST have red or pink the Becker BK11 (aka Necker) and the Eskabar are just about half the price of the Izula for damn near the same thing.
http://www.amazon.com/Ka-Bar-BK11-Becker-Necker-Knife/dp/B001N1CBB6
Backpacking and canoeing are similar but not the same thing. When you're backpacking weight is MUCH more of an issue. Personally I went with the Becker Necker from Kabar
http://www.amazon.com/Ka-Bar-BK11-Becker-Necker-Knife/dp/B001N1CBB6
It's small and light. I can make fuzz sticks with it and it can stand up to batoning.
Good conversation with alternate opinion here:
https://www.reddit.com/r/WildernessBackpacking/comments/41uryh/gear_knife_selection/?
if it has to be fixed blade your options are pretty limited
becker necker
crkt minimalist
boker gnome
esee izula
the only one of these i've owned is the becker necker, which is great, but the sheath is so big that it pretty much cancels out the small size of the knife.
Can't go wrong with a BK 11
http://www.amazon.com/Ka-Bar-BK11-Becker-Necker-Knife/dp/B001N1CBB6
Several neck knives I've EDCed which somewhat fits your criteria are:
Becker Necker (BK11) - This is a skeletonized knife in your price range. If you're only going to carry it at a neck knife you might not want to get the nice micarta scales, as it increases its profile. The spine is nice and thick, but it is 1050, making it harder to sharpen but has better edge retention.
The other I would suggest is the BK24 D'Eskabar Fixed Blade Hunting Knife - It costs just a little over your budget ($55 on amazon), and is D2 steel. It is harder than stainless, but it is water resistant (not as well as stainless though).
I went a bit crazy, and bought three knives based on the recommendations from this post. The ESEE 4HM, Morakniv Bushcraft, and Ka-Bar BK11.
The Morakniv stays in my main pack with the rest of my backpacking gear, while the small Ka-Bar is in my day pack. I use the ESEE around the house on a near daily basis and carry it along with the Mora if I can remember to grab it. So far all three are incredible knives
If your looking for something with a left handed frame or liner lock they do exist but your going to be paying a high price for them. A lefty sebenza costs $400 and those high end knives will feel like they are built specifically for you, But there are plenty of ambidexterous locks as others have mentioned like a back lock or axis style lock.
Amazon, $55 if you do the free 6-8 day shipping.
What is your intended use for it? As an EDC knife I think it's not very good. The handle is a bit too thick for my tastes. The hollow grind clip point blade makes it more of a tactical blade. I am not a fan of a combo edge, especially on such a short blade (<6"). Like OldMan said, the 'patent pending' groove on it is pretty crappy too, get a Benchmade Triage if you want a quality cord cutter. The AUS 8 steel, isn't a bad mid-end steel, but for 10$ cheaper than you paid, you could have gotten a Spyderco Endura 4 FFG which has VG-10 steel and has a blade shape TONS better for an EDC blade (can also use a tactical in a pinch). The clip on it, as others say, is pretty awesome. It's one of my favorites.
If nothing else, the Trident does look pretty cool. I'd buy it as a collector just to look at, but I doubt I'd ever use it as an EDC blade.
Keys, knife (Spyderco Endura), flashlight (Streamlight MicroStream), gun (S&W Shield 9mm), and if my EDC belt pouch counts as one item then that. Or my wallet.
If you want classy, you can't go wrong with a Case knife.
If you want a hard worker, go for something like an Emmerson knife. If you really want to make him happy, go after one of the Emmerson CQC (close quarter combat) knives.
If you want something he could carry with him every day and fill just about any EDC type use, get him a Spyderco Endura 4. They even come in multiple colors.
I tried to pull a bunch of good knives under $60 for you. $40 generally won't get you something that will last for years, but $60 will.
You might look at CRKT's M16 knives. Or something from SOG. But I generally wouldn't recommend them, as the quality of the blade steel is kinda meh, and the quality control is iffy as they come from china.
You are also in price range of the Delica 4 and Centofante 3 or Endura 4
These are much better knives than the Tenacious, Skyline or Cryo. VG-10 is much better steel, made with much better quality control from better materials.
Obviously, they are right at your price point, but its a whole-nother-level type of thing when compared to the Cryo and such.
All Spydercos! This beast has been on my wishlist for a while.
Spyderco has a wide range of folders under $100. There's the Delica, Endura, Dragonfly, Centofante 3, and Stretch to name a few. All high quality, made in the USA.
The Tenacious line (including the Persistence and Ambitious) is awesome if you want good quality for less than $40. However, if you want to spend more, I would definitely recommend US made knives.
Spyderco Lightweight Delica, in gray - here. At $58.65 it's just a tad over your stated $50 limit, but I'm confident you'll like it.
7.125-inch open length
4.25-inch closed length
2.875-inch VG-10 steel blade
2.56-inch cutting edge
0.5-inch blade hole
0.09-inch blade thickness
2.5-ounce weight
FRN handle material
Probably not. Something like this would though.
Shotgun shell boxes like this one work really well.
Everyone needs a good knife.
Was it a Pingo?
Was it a Byrd Tern?
Was it a UKPK?
Was it a Dragonfly?
If it was anything but the Tern, It is likely a good deal.
Check out this list from Everyday Carry. The Spyderco UKPK is a good option specifically designed for this kind of use- good looking, non-intimidating, and won’t break the bank for about 60 bucks.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B0052HQV40/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1485534522&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&amp;keywords=spyderco&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=416bQseRfeL&amp;ref=plSrch
If you want to stay legal
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B004AWOLV8/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1485534784&amp;sr=8-4&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&amp;keywords=spyderco&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41CRY-zVxCL&amp;ref=plSrch
If you want a longer blade
Spyderco got some unusual optics, but IMO are great.
Or if you want a knife in Retro look, I'd strongly suggest Opinel, they got all kinds of lengths to choose from. I'd get the carbon steel variant.
I like discrete cases, I have this one for simple range trips, if I'm bringing a pistol, multiple uppers or more then just the a single rifle, I use this one.
I have this one for a 20" upper! It's a little tight but it fits, should work no problem for a 16". Also has pockets for two mags.
Bulldog Cases Ultra Compact-Inch Ar-15 Navy Discreet Carry Case (29-Inch) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005CGLUVU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_M78vxbJ342FWK
I'm considering buying a second one. Good luck!
Bulldog Cases "Ultra Compact" AR-15 Discreet Carry Case in Navy (29-inch). I bought this one and am happy. It has slots to hold 2 30 round magazines.
It has 2 sides, which I use for each half of the receiver. Technically, you could 2 two taken down rifles.
http://www.amazon.com/Bulldog-Cases-Compact-Inch-Discreet-29-Inch/dp/B005CGLUVU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1451846296&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=bulldog+discreet+rifle+case
I'm really happy with this Bulldog Ultra Compact Discrete case. Doesn't look like a gun case, fits my separated recce 16 plus a couple of mags and a pistol or two.
I have one of these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005CGLUVU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1451851059&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=SY200_QL40&amp;keywords=bulldog+ar15+case&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41Gn0rqYXqL&amp;ref=plSrch
I now use it mostly for my 11.5" SBR and 14" SBS as it can hold both of them at the same time (the SBS is a tight fit). But I have also used if for my 16" AR broken down with the upper on one side and the lower on the other.
It works, doesn't scream "rifle!" and has held up pretty well so far.
This is a scope cover that reduces lens reflections.
Before and after images: https://imgur.com/a/TDhIJ6n
Download: https://grabcad.com/library/scope-anti-reflection-cover-1
It's designed to fit this scope, but it can be scaled to fit others.
The specs state "no open sights"... maybe one of these?
If it's just for a .22 I'm sure either of them would be fine. Personally I really want a TRS-25 but I couldn't afford it right now so I ended up getting the UTG red/green dot
https://www.amazon.ca/Leapers-4-Inch-Integral-Picatinny-Mounting/dp/B005UGIPUQ
Mounted it to my AR and it's perfect, decent quality for the price and a nice bright red or green dot depending on what mood I'm in. I would take this one over the Tasco.
Avoid airsoft replica's of military stuff...they tend to be pretty bad.
Better option would be budget "real steel" sights. like this
what do you think of this one?
http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Green-Sight-Integral-Mount/dp/B005UGIPUQ/ref=sr_1_6?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1453307753&amp;sr=1-6&amp;keywords=red+dot
also why will the dot be bigger if I'm using an AK?
Ideally I need an enclosed RDS that comes with a flash hider for protection
Buy a propane adapter and use propane.
https://www.evike.com/products/41723/
https://www.amazon.com/Airsoft-Innovations-GunGas-propane-Adaptor/dp/B005WK4D9W/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=propane+adapter+airsoft&amp;qid=1566362808&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1
Propane is a better option than green gas. You can buy a propane adaptor that screws onto the top of those green camping propane cans. It's much cheaper to run propane, and green gas also gets silicone oil where it shouldn't (like inside your hopup parts).
Is this a good one?
https://www.amazon.com/Airsoft-Innovations-GunGas-propane-Adaptor/dp/B005WK4D9W
Don't bother with the steel tipped one. It can mess up your fill o rings. Just get the airsoft innovations gungas kit.
Airsoft Innovations GunGas propane Adaptor Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005WK4D9W/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_wjXSybWF7VCT8
This is what I use https://www.amazon.com/Airsoft-Innovations-GunGas-propane-Adaptor/dp/B005WK4D9W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1550713510&sr=8-1&keywords=airsoft+propane+adaptor
The airsoft innovations. When/if you get it, PM me what you think about it.
Get a WE glock from some Asian retailer. I got mine from Army Panda. You can use [this kit] (http://www.amazon.com/Airsoft-Innovations-GunGas-propane-Adaptor/dp/B005WK4D9W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1451254470&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=airsoft+innovations+gungas+propane+adapter+kit).
this
No. You want the Airsoft Innovations propane adapter. It is the BEST, no competition.
HDS Rotary
SAK alox Minichamp
Saddleback sleeve wallet
Ian Schon pen
Seiko SKX 173
Spyperco Techno with carbon fiber back spacer
Yeah, I'm not sure how reliable various sites' information are. Amazon says it has S30V now, but the picture shows CTS XHP.
https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Techno-Titanium-Plain-Knife/dp/B006L6WSIY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1478318176&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=spyderco+techno
And this guy received one that has S30V steel.
https://www.spyderco.com/forumII/viewtopic.php?t=66685
The spyderhole cutout on the liner makes a pretty good choil. It works better than I thought it would for sure. I do think it'd be nice with a forward choil like other spyderco models but it isn't a dealbreaker for me.
Amazon warehouse had the Techno for $150, so that's roughly two $65 dragonfly zdps. (if you can find a new zdp dfly2 for $50 please lmk!) The amazon new price is $161. My apologies to your wallet ;)
I have a SOG twitch II that has been nice and fits your description but it is a knife I picked up on a budget.
If I had the money and shopped around I would have probably also gotten the Spyderco Techno.
I like keychain knives because you always have them when you need them. But I don't want a toy either. I currently have the Cold Steel Micro Recon 1 Spear Point Tactical Folder Knife. I feel like a fish out of water without it.
Cold Steel Micro Recon 1
Maybe the Cold Steel Micro might work for you.
Cold Steel Micro Recon 1 Spear Point Tactical Folder Knife https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006YBW82C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_KqVlybEE0P0Q6
Trust me, if you have the foresight to think you might be weird or awkward going off to college, you're far from it and you'll fit right in.
That being said, I don't see why you couldn't date college guys, in general you're probably pretty safe in a college town- lots of other young people just looking for something casual or dating at a level you'll probably find comfortable. On first meets, however, meet somewhere public- it can be on campus, but it's probably easiest to make it somewhere you can grab something to drink or eat and that way you guys can talk briefly (and it gives you a safe out if you're not interested after meeting- plenty of people around when you tell him you're rethinking doing anything). Always text a friend with his info and what you know about him- name, age, a pic, phone number, etc. And tell them you'll text back in a few hours. That way if you don't, they can take the info to the police or your parents if you go missing.
It's not a pleasant thought, but it's rational- get yourself a knife (folding type) you can carry in your pocket. 3" or smaller and you're pretty much safe anywhere to carry it besides government buildings or inside school. It could make a big difference if a bigger guy is cornering you, or you find yourself hogtied in the trunk of a car. You'll never actually need it, but peace of mind is a powerful thing. Other than that, just don't be stupid- think for yourself and don't just blindly go along with what he's saying because you don't want to offend him- if it doesn't feel right, get out of there.
Just picked up this bad boy for day to day carrying, it's nice and compact, I don't even notice it in my pocket.
Ah sorry man. Its a daisy powerline 340. Looks like a beretta 92. Heres the link. Hopefully it works
https://www.amazon.com/daisy-powerline-340-pistol-Airsoft/dp/B00BSR2QPG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=daisy+powerline+340+bb+pistol&amp;qid=1565373416&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=daisy+powerline&amp;sr=8-1
How about you buy this instead, probably a bit cheaper https://www.amazon.com/Daisy-980340-442-Powerline-340-Pistol/dp/B00BSR2QPG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1478379954&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=gun
https://www.amazon.com/daisy-powerline-340-pistol-Airsoft/dp/B00BSR2QPG/ref=sr_1_4?dchild=1&keywords=bb+gun&qid=1574246721&sr=8-4
Buy this and you are HK police.
All the news reporters are standing right there, how in the hell police would do that in public?
I got the lyman for $75 after a rebate I believe last year. Though I do wish I got a Frankford Aresnal case prep instead as that one has a trimmer.
https://smile.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-Platinum-Case-System/dp/B00HS7JEB4/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1519403172&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=frankford+arsenal+case+prep+center&amp;dpID=41-AvcH2rIL&amp;preST=_SX300_QL70_&amp;dpSrc=srch
Are you sure you really want a manual one? This one https://www.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-Platinum-Hardened-Scrapers/dp/B00HS7JEB4 has been good to 0.001" in my experience... and its not a carpel tunnel machine.
It's more than $25, but looks like this one:
https://smile.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-Platinum-Hardened-Scrapers/dp/B00HS7JEB4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=franklin+armory+case+prep+platinum+with+trimmer&qid=1574798866&sr=8-1
https://www.amazon.com/Frankford-Arsenal-Platinum-Case-System/dp/B00HS7JEB4/ref=pd_sbs_200_1?_encoding=UTF8&amp;pd_rd_i=B00HS7JEB4&amp;pd_rd_r=RJ6MD0AQPPPT96VM0WWR&amp;pd_rd_w=KIzi4&amp;pd_rd_wg=hCwk1&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=RJ6MD0AQPPPT96VM0WWR
I just got this to start loading 308.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HS7JEB4/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1484922109&amp;sr=8-3&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&amp;keywords=frankford+arsenal
Works like a charm and makes everything else very fast. It only works with necked cases however. But it takes standard thread sizes and is able to do any caliber out of the box no extra pilots or accessories needed.
I did however order a primer reamer and uniformer for it also
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01B7OYZDU/ref=sxts1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1484922109&amp;sr=1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65
I mean, I get it's pretty hard to make profitable margins and even try to compete with Amazon for a lot of stuff but $56 shipped on Amazon for the magnifier makes it hard to buy on a website I've never heard of.
https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Magnifier-Flip-side-Adjustable/dp/B00S2FWRGK
125 on amazon
I put a Leapers UTG on it, it’s pretty affordable and works well on the HiPoint carbine. Very enjoyable to plink with.
UTG 3.8" ITA Red/Green CQB Dot Sight with Integral Mount https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005UGIPUQ/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_LEcQBb8FQCBZ5
Well this one comes with orange already scratched off ...
http://www.amazon.com/Daisy-980340-442-Powerline-340-Pistol/dp/B00BSR2QPG/ref=sr_1_5?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1416806752&amp;sr=1-5&amp;keywords=BB+Gun
and this one
http://www.amazon.com/Colt-Defender-Pistol-Black-Medium/dp/B00300CG5Y/ref=sr_1_9?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1416806752&amp;sr=1-9&amp;keywords=BB+Gun
Quite clearly bb guns do not have to have orange tips.
I've used this one for a while on a red dot no issues
UTG 3X Magnifier with Flip-to-side QD Mount, W/E Adjustable
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00S2FWRGK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1VsWzbDZJY1XV
It's this one. It's a little different from the one they show. The end caps have a hard rubber casing. It has popup covers for the lenses too. Everything is metal except for the covers for the adjustment screws. It has a nice heft to it, doesn't feel cheap at all. I've only had it for a couple of weeks.
I have several of these red dots. On 22 rifles, AR-15, even an AR pistol. So far they work great. Really convenient with the flip up caps and choice of red or green dot. (user selectable). Rugged design too. http://www.amazon.com/UTG-4-Inch-Integral-Picatinny-Mounting/dp/B005UGIPUQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1372715787&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=utg+leapers+red+dot
You mean, "A handy guide to drinking in OTR and OTR-Approved NKY bars."
Seriously.
Take this, if you plan on going to about 60% of these bars: http://www.amazon.com/UTG-Law-Enforcement-SWAT-Vest/dp/B001BR1O74/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1395274850&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=kevlar+vest
>as the last one broke
You want a durable knife? Try cold steel.
BenchSnobs and snobberco, and every other "Hey buy my 599 dollar knife" person will say they're bad. However, none of them will do this:
https://youtu.be/Op6NJPI59Lo?t=3m10s
https://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-Micro-Tactical-Folder/dp/B006YBW82C/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1466206068&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=cold+steel+pocket+knife&amp;refinements=p_36%3A1253555011
https://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-Plain-Folder-Knife/dp/B006YBW6MY/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1466206068&amp;sr=1-3&amp;keywords=cold+steel+pocket+knife&amp;refinements=p_36%3A1253555011
https://www.amazon.com/Cold-Steel-20MT-Mini-Plain/dp/B004MNAKYM/ref=pd_bxgy_200_img_2?ie=UTF8&amp;refRID=6XQ1NSW20TSEKE9WKAYM