[Iron Knuckles]

I suppose this is as good a place as any to put this.

I very recently lost my favorite knife... It was a smith and wesson S.W.A.T. ( I think I lost it on the beach somewhere, no chance of recovery ) I'm in the market for a new folder and I'm seriously considering just getting the exact same knife. But I want to examine my options. I was looking at some Ka-bars that look pretty nifty, but having never owned one I'm still not sure. I want something practical and tactical, with a pricetag under $150. Any suggestions?

[Gong||Jau]

I highly recommend something from Kershaw's Ken Onion line. They're assisted opening, have a great handle and blade shape, and, while not cheap, aren't bad enough that you couldn't replace it if you had to actually use it. I prefer the action on them to the SOG assisted openers, but it's really a matter of personal opinion I think.

[Iron Knuckles]

Hmmm... I don't know much about the assisted opening knives. My feelings are the less mechanisms the better. Then again I really don't know anything about them, so I'll look into those.

[Gong||Jau]

They open as well as (better than for the most part) any switchblade I've handled (not that I know anyone who owns a switchblade ), but if you don't like mechanical opening, I'd suggest one of the CRKT blades that flip open with a thumb stud. They're made of quality steel and have good locks, and while I don't own one, everyone that I know that does loves it.

[DARKTIM]

i always get i knife if i like it ill buy another. god there are so many tactical folders thats at the top of the line. to many to go into here. look up tactical knives magazine you will not be sorry. its a us mag so you should get it in florida. they specialise in tactical folders. but if you are happy with the swat smith and western ( which is a good knife by the way ) then getit agai but this time get a back up. i always carry two.

DT

[Iron Knuckles]

Thanks for the suggestions. I'm hoping to hear from some people with experience with a particular knife, just because I hate ordering stuff out of catalogs or the internet without actually being able to see the item and handle it. I'm a cynical person by nature...

[lapu67]

Iron Knuckles
Try the Cold Steel line of knives.They back up there knives with a video proving their mettle.No other company i know does that.I myself carry one and i haven't had any failures.
Salamat

[DARKTIM]

I'm hoping to hear from some people with experience with a particular knife

WHAT?

if you want a list of good quality tactical folders we would be here all day long. stick with what you know and keep your eye out for that mag i told you about.

www.tacticalknives.com

check it out and order you a copy

DT

[Iron Knuckles]

I ended up getting a Cold Steel (good call lapu) Mini Tac and am rather happy with it.

http://www.knifepro.com/product.asp?...=100392&CtgID=

It's a fixed blade (4" blade) with a kydex sheath. Easy to conceal and draw... Nice and legal too . It's about the same size as my old folder (when open obviously) However, since I collect knives and various other weapons, I am always on the lookout for something new and unique, so if anyone has any suggestions feel free to let me know.

Currently I've been carrying it with the handle at a slight upward angle close to the small of my back (the sheath partially tucked into the back of my pants so I can grab it with my right hand), or tucked into my boots (yes, I wear combat boots). Any other suggestions?

[DARKTIM]

oh i thought you was after a tac folder. this is one of my favs in the fixed blade line is a CRKT KNIFE. superb knife to

this is also one of the sites i get my knives from check it out.

http://blades-uk.com/images/products/2783K_L.jpg

on the section were you can find this (knives/tools there are quite a few choice folders.

what you think bit that knife then?

DT