I'm in a mess! Within the last couple of months I've lost two of my favorite locking pocket knives. So now I'm in the market for something new and wanted to reach out to the group for some recommendations. Here's my criteria. I hope you guys can point me to some good options.
Less than $50
Quality steel that will hold an edge
Drop point style blade (will be used as back up skinner and fish cleaner)
Thin
Pocket clip
Easy open (doesn't have to be assist)
In a nutshell, what's the best out there for less than $50? I like the looks of the CRKT M21-12G but I don't know about the AutoLAWKS safety system....seems like an extra hassle. I've also looked at the Camillus Cuda Carbonitride Titanium. I like the Japanese AUS-8 steel but aren't don't know much about Camillus. I know they went out of business years about but was recently brought back to life under new ownership.
So, what say the hive?
Less than $50
Quality steel that will hold an edge
Drop point style blade (will be used as back up skinner and fish cleaner)
Thin
Pocket clip
Easy open (doesn't have to be assist)
In a nutshell, what's the best out there for less than $50? I like the looks of the CRKT M21-12G but I don't know about the AutoLAWKS safety system....seems like an extra hassle. I've also looked at the Camillus Cuda Carbonitride Titanium. I like the Japanese AUS-8 steel but aren't don't know much about Camillus. I know they went out of business years about but was recently brought back to life under new ownership.
So, what say the hive?