Is the pricing better at the show or is online still my best bet? I'm an instant gratification kind of guy but I don't want to overpay either.
Just get a Microtech from Brad
Don't buy knockoffs
That's it
What M67 said. Brads knives / knife lady are legit. Other than that, handle at the show, order from an authorized retailer. If you are buying a $100 OTF from the show that is clearly being sold as a $100 no name knife and not trying to pass as a different brand, go for it. But don't buy a Halo V off a table.
Go see Brad. You will be guaranteed what you have is the real deal and you'll get to handle the various kinds so you can compare on the spot.
It's hard to trust online stuff unless its an actual manufacturer. There are some very convincing knockoffs out there.
Is the pricing better at the show or is online still my best bet? I'm an instant gratification kind of guy but I don't want to overpay either.