Best folder under $80

[Captianbullseye]

I wanted to get fellow INGOers opinions on the best folding knife under or around the $80 range, based on your past experiences.

 

[M67]

Something from Kershaw or Spyderco.

If you can spend $100, you might be able to find a used or blemished ZT 0566

 

[Dean C.]

Kershaw Camber full stop end of story, USA made, lifetime warranty, ergonomic handle and freaking S30V blade steel.

 

[tradertator]

Probably something from Kershaw. Personally though, I'd bump up your budget about $15 and buy a Benchade Griptillian. Also check out Spyderco, like one of their flagship models like the Endura or Delica. The Manx II is a dandy too.

 

[Bigtanker]

Kershaw Blur. Rugged knife with a company that has great customer service. Mine is 4 years old. I just sent it back in March for a rebuild. New liner lock. Springs and a good sharpening. Cost me shipping one way.

 

[OutdoorDad]

Buck 110

 

[Gamez235]

I'm right with Traderator.

The Endura or Delica are great knives, but the Grippy is a long time stable.

 

[rhino]

All good choices, but the Spyderco Manix II Lightweight is right at $80 (street prices) and a better all-around knife than all mentioned before.

Translucent Blue: https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=662

Black: https://www.spyderco.com/catalog/details.php?product=797

Buy it from Brad:

BradsKnives on INGO
bjh13@hrtc.net
(317) 605-8468
Revolver Tactical Website: Revolver Tactical - A Tier 1 Gear & Knife Company​

 

[Double T]

Manix II are great knives. Was going to say the same thing. If you have 85 bucks to spend, you can save another 40 dollars and be into a whole different level of knives though

 

[seedubs1]

Manix II

 

[Taurahe]

i EDC a Spyderco Endura and it has been a great knife

 

[Bennettjh]

i EDC a Spyderco Endura and it has been a great knife

Excellent knife.

 

[skulhedface]

Kershaw Cryo (1555TI) I think is the best value of all inexpensive folders.

 

[indyjohn]

http://www.amazon.com/Columbia-Rive...UTF8&qid=1434486649&sr=8-3&keywords=crkt+m16z

My EDC for 2 years. Holds an edge very well (just ask Nova512). Why pay more?

 

[chezuki]

Why pay more?

 

[snowwalker]

Just bought a Spyderco Paramilitary with an orange grip for $17.99 brand new from EBay with s30v steel. Came in the mail on 6/15/15. Bad news, maybe, is I bought it from China and it was made in Golden Colorado. I'm happy with it.

 

[M67]

Just bought a Spyderco Paramilitary with an orange grip for $17.99 brand new from EBay with s30v steel. Came in the mail on 6/15/15. Bad news, maybe, is I bought it from China and it was made in Golden Colorado. I'm happy with it.

You bought a legit Paramilitary for $17.99? It's not a knock off?

 

[Dean C.]

Just bought a Spyderco Paramilitary with an orange grip for $17.99 brand new from EBay with s30v steel. Came in the mail on 6/15/15. Bad news, maybe, is I bought it from China and it was made in Golden Colorado. I'm happy with it.

FAKE Alert, $17.99 Para 2's do not exist you were fleeced my friend. Let alone orange handled sprint runs (which has CTS XHP steel and not S30V) just another lesson on if the deal is too good to be true it probably is. Don't buy fakes kids.

 

[rhino]

Just bought a Spyderco Paramilitary with an orange grip for $17.99 brand new from EBay with s30v steel. Came in the mail on 6/15/15. Bad news, maybe, is I bought it from China and it was made in Golden Colorado. I'm happy with it.

You bought a legit Paramilitary for $17.99? It's not a knock off?

FAKE Alert, $17.99 Para 2's do not exist you were fleeced my friend. Let alone orange handled sprint runs (which has CTS XHP steel and not S30V) just another lesson on if the deal is too good to be true it probably is. Don't buy fakes kids.

That's unfortunate when it happens.

The knife may be worth $17.99 or even substantially more, but it's not a Spyderco Paramilitary or Paramilitary 2.

 

[lovemachine]

http://www.amazon.com/Columbia-Rive...UTF8&qid=1434486649&sr=8-3&keywords=crkt+m16z

My EDC for 2 years. Holds an edge very well (just ask Nova512). Why pay more?

Why would an INGO advertiser recommend to buy from Amazon instead of another fellow INGO advertiser?