This is what I usually look for in a new knife purchase.

[iceman63736]

I find myself going in a certain direction as I look for a new knife to buy. Thought maybe you have a certain criteria you use. What ya think?  Do you have a list?

 

1. Tactical folder. 

2. Handles must match on both sides.

3. Pocket clip.

4. Minimum of a 3" blade.

5. Easy one hand opening which leads me mostly to spring assisted.

6. No seat belt cutter. If the knife won't cut a seatbelt with the blade, I don't need it.

7.  I prefer a rather subdued, bad a@@ looking knife rather that a wild fantasy design.

8. I prefer metal handles but I guess I have gone about 50% synthetic or metal.

These are  my own preferences and many may have different views, but that is what makes this hobby/addiction so much fun.  I do break my own rules on occasion.  LOL.  Mike 

[Lobster]

My taste and preference for specific styles of knives seems to be constantly shifting. Let's see what you are into one year from now

[iceman63736]

Yep, your probably correct.

[Lobster]

And with so much choice it's good times to try new things. I remember when the frame locks became more common i detested the look, now at least half of my folders have a frame lock.

[toddcshoe]

Oct 19, 2017 3:11:17 GMT 3 iceman63736 said:

I find myself going in a certain direction as I look for a new knife to buy. Thought maybe you have a certain criteria you use. What ya think?  Do you have a list?

 

1. Tactical folder. 

2. Handles must match on both sides.

3. Pocket clip.

4. Minimum of a 3" blade.

5. Easy one hand opening which leads me mostly to spring assisted.

6. No seat belt cutter. If the knife won't cut a seatbelt with the blade, I don't need it.

7.  I prefer a rather subdued, bad a@@ looking knife rather that a wild fantasy design.

8. I prefer metal handles but I guess I have gone about 50% synthetic or metal.

These are  my own preferences and many may have different views, but that is what makes this hobby/addiction so much fun.  I do break my own rules on occasion.  LOL.  Mike 

I won't start on the Tactical part of number 1. Overused, I won't buy a thing if they call it Tactical. Including underwear and toilet paper. 

I like handles that are textured in G10 or similar. I like more grip in a fighting knife. Though in reality I would rather have a fixed blade on me for that job. 

I find it quite easy to find a knife that I can open without any assist. I am not a fan of assisted knives. I don't think I own one anymore. Oh yeah the wife has a Kershaw Leek. She like it so I keep my mouth shut. 

Seat belt cutters. I agree, if the knife can't cut a seat belt on it's own, I highly doubt a seat belt cutter would do any better. I give those types of knifes to people I don't like. 

I like a Tanto blade. I don't know why. I just do. Or maybe a beefy drop point. 

Don't know the state laws where you live but, if you are able, try a few fixed blades as well. They make some really reliable and well built blades. One of my favorites is that HX Outdoors fixed blade. They have a few that are kinda ugly but, their standard fixed blade with no crazy design is one of my favorites. Explorer D2 I think it's called. I made a few minor mods to the sheath and now I carry it horizontally in the small of my back. 

[sharpken]

Oct 19, 2017 3:11:17 GMT 3 iceman63736 said:

I find myself going in a certain direction as I look for a new knife to buy. Thought maybe you have a certain criteria you use. What ya think?  Do you have a list?

 

1. Tactical folder. 

2. Handles must match on both sides.

3. Pocket clip.

4. Minimum of a 3" blade.

5. Easy one hand opening which leads me mostly to spring assisted.

6. No seat belt cutter. If the knife won't cut a seatbelt with the blade, I don't need it.

7.  I prefer a rather subdued, bad a@@ looking knife rather that a wild fantasy design.

8. I prefer metal handles but I guess I have gone about 50% synthetic or metal.

These are  my own preferences and many may have different views, but that is what makes this hobby/addiction so much fun.  I do break my own rules on occasion.  LOL.  Mike 

[sharpken]

Oct 19, 2017 3:11:17 GMT 3 iceman63736 said:

I find myself going in a certain direction as I look for a new knife to buy. Thought maybe you have a certain criteria you use. What ya think?  Do you have a list?

 

1. Tactical folder. 

2. Handles must match on both sides.

3. Pocket clip.

4. Minimum of a 3" blade.

5. Easy one hand opening which leads me mostly to spring assisted.

6. No seat belt cutter. If the knife won't cut a seatbelt with the blade, I don't need it.

7.  I prefer a rather subdued, bad a@@ looking knife rather that a wild fantasy design.

8. I prefer metal handles but I guess I have gone about 50% synthetic or metal.

These are  my own preferences and many may have different views, but that is what makes this hobby/addiction so much fun.  I do break my own rules on occasion.  LOL.  Mike 

[sharpken]

Sounds like you will be looking at a liner lock or frame lock knife.
Any preference of a maker? Non-clone or clone?