Although most of their previous models were heavily influenced by Spyderco / Byrd models they released a couple of quite good original designs recently.
For example the Brother 1505 lock-back traditional folder with VG10 blade and micarta handle or the F005 / F006 bushcraft fixed blades with D2 / 440C blade.
Amazon has a price drop on the CRKT Squid. after the 10% off coupon, it’s only $16.24.
Nice little knife for the price. Think they are usually in the mid $20’s
Edit: 9/18. Was at Academy sports today. They had the black stonewashed squid on one of those clearance racks for just a tad over $14. Not sure if it’s nationwide or not. If you have one close it might be worth checking out. Saw some Kershaw, Gerber, and SOG blades on the same rack, same clearance prices. None of the other ones peaked my interest but they might peak yours.
I’m looking for a new EDC knife and came here for some recommendations. I’m currently using the Land 9104 and love it but want something that is quite a bit lighter. Should I just go with the Land 811 since it is a bit smaller/lighter or are there better options? I really love the Land 812 but don’t want to spend more than around $25.
Ganzo is currently leading the pack in value/$ but they don’t have anything that looks like the Land lineup. Still worth a look however as your $25 budget will get you all of their new models (though a lot of the chinese sites are out of stock for whatever reason besides Aliexpress. Power Cutlery is the cheapest place currently if you’re US based).
I just snagged one of these on Ebay, Got the one that has the ceramic ball on the clip, can’t wait to get it, I might try and dye the bone scales a shade of brown or maybe have some custom wood scales made, Anyone knows who can do nice wood or micarta/G10/Carbon Fiber scales?
Got this Gerber/Fiskars Paraframe Mini on Amazon. I like the small form factor and low weight (40g), but unforunately the frame lock is really difficult to disengage. I think this is going to be a deal breaker for me. Not sure if they’re all like that or mine is just a dud.
Can you guys recommend something else in this form factor / weight / price?
The two knives I own that are the closest would be the Kershaw Chill & Ka-Bar Mini Dozier. The Kershaw is longer and a little heavier (56g) while the Ka-Bar is lighter (31g) and roughly the same size but has a Zytel handle and back lock.