Locking knive, folding, one simple blade?

[fazzle]

I am looking for a simple knive. 1 blade, no fancy extras, I already have a victorinox with 32 or something tools, and just fancy a knive to slip in the pocket.

Can anyone suggest one, which has a very simple one blade, which folds, is comfortable to use, and has a fairly large blade?

Ideally wouldn't want to spent more than £20 to £25.

Many thanks,

 

[wanderingblade]

How about the classic Buck 110?

 

[Limaed]

How about one of the EKA range, good solid simple blades.

http://www.moonrakerknives.co.uk/ekanordicf.htm

 

[memorire]

Pocket Bushman from Cold Steele. Great lock, OK blade (I like the shape and size but not very keen on the steel) and very well built all around. Bomb and tankproof BUt not very suitable if you want to carve hard wood a lot - your hand will hurt because of the handle pretty soon. But the you can get an Opinel together with the PB and you have everything covered Oh and an Opinel without the PB is a great knife choice too (an Opinel No.12 would answer all of your requirements)

cheers

 

[Asa Samuel]

Opinel do great knives but you have to remember that if it is a locking knife you can't just "slip it in your pocket". You have to have a valid reason for carrying a lock knife otherwise it will be confiscated and you might be charged. If you want something you can carry in your pocket all the time legally then it has to be non-locking and below 3" you could try a svord peasant knife and grind the tip down slightly so that it is under 3" as I think the peasant is 3.2" and if you get a mardy copper than he will still charge you.

If you are carrying it for work or bushcrafting then you should have no problems carrying a lock knife, but if you want to carry it every day then you have to be careful.

 

[ged]

Before you buy, have a good look at the different grind styles (scandi, flat etc.) and also decide if you want a stainless blade or not. There are dozens of blade shapes to choose from and each has its niche. It's probably worth keeping an eye on the classifieds here and maybe on British Blades, you'll often see something similar to what you want there. When you see something offered for sale, check on the Web to see what it goes for elsewhere, both new and used. Look for reviews if you can find any, they're sometimes very revealing. Don't put yourself under any pressure, there's always another chance. Your budget isn't going to buy a new top name knife, but you should be able to get something very serviceable for that and if you'll buy a used one you should easily be able to get something that will last you a long time. There are plenty of flea markets around that sell used tools, you'll often see good bargains and you can haggle, especially late in the day. You'll see some junk too!

 

[Hoodoo]

I can give a super strong recommendation for this one. The price is right, the blade is long, it has a slip joint lock and liner lock AND it comes with a toothpick.

 

[Robbi]

check out traditional single bladed folders by Gary Mills, cracking knives, i carry mine every day.

 

[JDO330]

Opinel for me everytime, light weight, sharp (and easy to keep sharp). Cheap so it doesnt matter if you lose or break it (although I would be gutted to lose / break my lightly pinped no.8). You also have a choice of stainless or carbon blades and a multitude of sizes. For the sake of a tenner, give one a go...

ATB, Jon.

 

[marcelxl]

Opinels are good, outstanding for the money, and I love Victorinox SAKs and the Svord peasants are OK but perhaps a little big

If I were after one now I'd up my budget a bit and get one of the cheaper Spydercos, I have a Tenacious and a Persistance and they are Very good for the money (£35ish?) and I've had a couple of Byrds for a while and they seem good too.

Or if its a slippy you're after then wait for the new (cheaper) UKPK

 

[apj1974]

I agree - Opinel, less than a tenner.

 

[MartiniDave]

Another vote for the opinel here, but another favourite of mine is the Dozier Ka-Bar range, I think Heinnie Heynes do them for about £20.

http://www.heinnie.com/Knives/Ka-Bar-Knives/KA-BAR-Dozier-Lockback/p-92-155-1186/

Dave

 

[fazzle]

Wow, thanks guys, will check them all out.

Cheers

 

[3bears]

I agree - Opinel, less than a tenner.

I'm with you on this when I'm out they are very good value for money I find

 

[Retired Member southey]

DELETE, I really should read the op first, DOH!

 

[Ph34r]

Leatherman liner lock. Lifetime guarentee, had mine for 3 years, mint condition. I would thoroughly recommend getting one.

 

[sxmolloy]

Where abouts in the UK are you? I would suggest visiting a shop that stocks knives so you can have a hold and test for any blade play before buying. I nipped into my local gun shop a couple of weeks ago for something and came out with a nice, thick, locking balde that I now use for all sorts of tasks. Didn't even go in to buy a folding knife!

Opinels are fine, I have one, but they will not take any decent amount of rough use. I like a blade I can carve with, baton with etc etc and not worry about it breaking.

 

[bushwacker bob]

http://www.sheffield-cutlery.com/cu...th=45&osCsid=7b20f6eacf251e2d63daef878516fb2b
Handmade in Sheffield for less than £25.

 

[British Red]

Just caught up with Bushwacker Bob and he mentioned this thread to me. As he can confirm I have always got a Trevor Ablett in my pocket - antler handled twin blade. The blades are now stained, as is the antler.

These knives have soul. A handmade knife, for thirty odd quid? Its a pleasure to take out of my pocket, be it for feathering sticks or opening parcels or peeling and apple.

Just buy one

 

[Timbo]

Check out the new Boker Fishmuk with bone handle for £33. If you fancy a little Italian number take a look at the Maserin Colt Sport with Olive wood scales it £36 though but a nice simple traditional styled knife theres a larger brother called, funny enough, the Colt Sport Large for same price and theres an even nicer Stag handled version called the Maserin Caccia £47 or if you want something simple they do a non-locking knife with olive scales for £12! Heinnie stock these, I am not affiliated to Heinnie in any way I just get my stuff from them.