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Reddit mentions of Columbia River Knife & Tool Squid Folding Pocket Knife: Compact EDC Straight Edge Utility Knife with Stainless Steel Blade and Framelock Handle - Black Stonewash 2490KS, One Size (4008075)
Sentiment score: 9
Reddit mentions: 17
We found 17 Reddit mentions of Columbia River Knife & Tool Squid Folding Pocket Knife: Compact EDC Straight Edge Utility Knife with Stainless Steel Blade and Framelock Handle - Black Stonewash 2490KS, One Size (4008075). Here are the top ones.
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Enhanced Protection: Black Stonewash Is Durable And Ages WellMaximum Control: On Blade Friction Grooves For GripLow Profile: Pocket Clip Provides Secure CarryDesigned by Lucas Burnley in Orleans, Massachusetts
Specs:
Color | Black Stonewash |
Height | 5 Inches |
Length | 5 Inches |
Number of items | 1 |
Release date | November 2019 |
Size | Black Stonewash |
Weight | 0.220462262 Pounds |
Width | 5 Inches |
Casio WristWatch: https://www.amazon.com/CASIO-F91W-1-Casual-Sport-Watch/dp/B00006I551/
$11
CRKT squid: https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-River-Knife-Tool-Folding/dp/B00TFY39EQ/
$16
Fossil Wallet: https://www.amazon.com/Fossil-Conner-Bifold-Wallet-Cognac/dp/B00JR2SZE0/
$23
Pilot G2 pen: https://www.amazon.com/PILOT-G-2-0-7mm-FINE-RETRACTIBLE/dp/B00JOLN7Z6/
$3
Burts Bees Chapstick: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TH7ISO2/
$3
Grateful Dead Bandana: https://www.amazon.com/Sunshine-Joy-Grateful-Vibrating-Bandana/dp/B00695MAV2/
$9
Pocket flashlight: https://www.amazon.com/J5-Tactical-Hyper-Lumen-Flashlight/dp/B00V7T1YRQ/
$14
With a 20 to get a cold one after work
I know this will get buried but I have decided to revamp my whole EDC.
/u/ieatedjesus I have taken the plunge on the Wallet you have recomended. I hate when a product has no reviews or I can't do research about it but whatever. I'm also super stingy with money so this is a huge deal for me lol ($42 with engraving)
As for the pen, I have decided to get a Fisher Space Pen $15. I have 3. Now I will have 4. (also bought a clip $5) ((also bought fieldnotes $10 for the wallet))
/u/odomandr I have decided to go with that knife $16. Nothing sexier than a good stone wash and minimalist design. I also need a knife. No idea about the quality but today I have decided to trust a total stranger on /r/EDC
/u/Ryl4nd99 Thank you for the great idea of a post! I hope to post again when everything comes in. I decided to add/replace my edc with the items above. I also carry a muthafuckin Casio as well as an Olight s2 Baton along with dollar store chapstick. Hopefully I can keep you updated or make a new post when all my goodies come in!
Sorry for the wall of text. Thank you for reading.
Here's a list of my usual EDC:
Not pictured but the rockstars of my EDC are my SWISSGEAR 1900 ScanSmart Backpack and my Lenovo Y50 Gaming Laptop.
I hate to be that guy, but you can get Squids new on Amazon for $16.57, so you may want to lower your price.
https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-River-Knife-Tool-Folding/dp/B00TFY39EQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487494332&sr=8-1&keywords=crkt+squid
1: Apple Airpods
2: CRKT Squid knife (interchanged frequently)
3: 42mm Apple Watch series 2
4: Victorinox Tinker (interchanged frequently)
5: iPhone 7 (not pictured) w/ JETech case and PopSocket
6: Fidget Spinner
7: HUSKK minimalist slim wallet
8: JCV Kubotan
Either crkt squid or spyderco bug the bug is tiny so you could probably sneak it on to the plane if you wanted https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Slip-Joint-Plain-Knife/dp/B00QFZIUWY. https://www.amazon.com/CRKT-Squid-Folding-Pocket-Knife/dp/B00TFY39EQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?adgrpid=61744897651&gclid=Cj0KCQjwuLPnBRDjARIsACDzGL0jLsIaoXutMOZWLj-LSO80h32OCZ6NaXU6zOlr2V5Wt5Tz_19rTisaAuptEALw_wcB&hvadid=274745253505&hvdev=m&hvlocphy=9012939&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=16929132303232112481&hvtargid=aud-646118600766%3Akwd-326278607884&hydadcr=9882_9624935&keywords=crkt+squid&qid=1559076153&s=gateway&sr=8-3
CRKT Squid
Here are some good options within your requirements.
Kershaw shuffle 2
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00TUCPWZM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487482953&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Kershaw+shuffle+2&dpPl=1&dpID=318yr3RMxHL&ref=plSrch
Kershaw shuffle 1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00I0RXHWS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487482961&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=Kershaw+shuffle&dpPl=1&dpID=31X7kvpBBnL&ref=plSrch
Ontario rat 2
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00BBPANFA/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1487482978&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=ontario+rat+2&dpPl=1&dpID=41WleHyzMML&ref=plSrch
Crkt squid
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00TFY39EQ/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1487483111&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=crkt&dpPl=1&dpID=41PyWXvfT9L&ref=plSrch
Keep it light, keep it simple.
 
This small knife does the job without taking up much bulk in your pocket or EDC. And if you misplace it, it won't cost an arm and a leg to replace.
This light is fairly bright and is easy to use. Twist on/off. No fancy modes with this light. Waterproof and shock resistant in a compact package that runs on just a AAA battery. Also easy to replace if it mysteriously disappears.
This pen doesn't need much of a story. It's cheap. It writes smooth. It conquers.
This is a nice little watch for the price. It's tough and tells the time even in harsh conditions. If you somehow manage to break it or the battery dies, it's not going to break the bank to replace.
 
Don't carry much in the wallet department so a rubber band or binder clip would do the job. That'd be less than $0.10. Do the math!
So that's a grand total of $50. Excluding a phone or CCW since OP stated that isn't affected.
Not bad for a few quality items that will get you through a day to day basis easily.
Sorry if I missed anything!
Edit: Added a watch to the mix. Added descriptions for all items. Formatting!
Here's a few I've seen
http://www.countycomm.com/cc4.html
http://www.countycomm.com/grab&gokit.html
https://huckberry.com/store/huckberry/category/p/17781-stealth-edc-kit-android
http://www.countycomm.com/stockingstuffer.html
https://huckberry.com/store/huckberry/category/p/16217-edc-kit-2-0
Or, you can just buy all the things you would want on Amazon, it'll come in 1 or 2 boxes. Here's a few choices to put together a "kit"
This or this for flashlight.
This This, or, This For a multitool depending on the size you want.
This or This for knife (Note: I am not a knife person, I have a Squid and I like it and I've heard good things about the Kershaw Chill)
Exotac FreeKey System
CRKT Squid. Nice and small, and looks sleek and professional.
https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-River-Knife-Tool-Folding/dp/B00TFY39EQ/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1482281845&sr=8-4&keywords=crkt
What do you use the Skeletool most for?
If you use the knife on it constantly and daily, then yeah, get a good knife. If the stuff that you do cut makes you nervous with the Skeletool then definitely get a dedicated knife.
If you use the bit driver or pliers on the Skeletool the most then you probably don't need to carry a dedicated knife.
Give the Sage 5 a good look as well if you are considering the Para3. I'd also strongly recommend finding a Spyderco/Benchmade/Zero Tolerance dealer and fondling a bunch of knives before making a decision on which knife to buy.
If you have never carried a dedicated knife before it would be a good idea to buy a cheaper knife or two before spending $100+ on a knife.
Could try something like the Spyderco Byrd Cara Cara 2:
https://www.amazon.com/Spyderco-Cara2-Lightweight-black-PlainEdge/dp/B0049AYJP4/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1499523866&sr=1-1&keywords=Byrd+Cara+Cara2
The Ontario Rat I/II
https://www.amazon.com/Ontario-Knife-Sp-Black-Folding-7Inches/dp/B00BBPAOCW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1499523684&sr=8-2&keywords=ontario+rat+2
https://www.amazon.com/Ontario-8848-Folding-Knife-Black/dp/B0013ASG3E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499523956&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=ontario+rat+1&psc=1
Kershaw Cryo
https://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-1555TI-SpeedSafe-Folding-Knife/dp/B0074FI28Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499523664&sr=8-1&keywords=kershaw+cryo
CRKT Squid
https://www.amazon.com/Columbia-River-Knife-Tool-Folding/dp/B00TFY39EQ/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1499524020&sr=1-1&keywords=crkt+squid
Try some under $30 knives, pick one that looks like something you would like to carry, and pick something that is dang near the polar opposite. It will let you know what you like in a knife much cheaper. Differences in blade size, blade shape, handle shape and how they are used might change your opinion on what you think you need in a knife after using a dedicated knife for awhile. After that you can make a truly informed decision on a high-end knife.
Don't overthink this, OP. This is a 12 year old. As others have said, get something that locks for safety reasons. However, As someone who has also given a knife to his son, I'd advise against spending too much on it - this knife WILL get treated improperly and/or lost. That said, CRKT has a lot of really good for the money (sub $40 range) "beginner" knives, and being that they use 8CR13MoV on most all of their blades it'll be easier to sharpen if you're planning on teaching how to do that as well. Also, there is the Spyderco Tenacious to consider. Let him learn to handle and respect something like that first, make him prove he's ready for something nicer. That said... ANY knife he gets he is gonna love, he's 12.
EDIT: The first knife I got for my son at the age of 10 was the CRKT Squid. Small, inexpensive, but still a decent little knife. And again, as it uses 8CR13MoV steel, it was pretty easy to fix the small nicks he ended up putting in the blade.
you could check out /r/EDC
I carry:
So you seem pretty knowledgeable, and I trust your opinion. I’ve narrowed it down to 6 I’m choosing between, with some definitely more likely than others. Three are folders , and three are fixed . While I no longer trust MTech for folders, their blade kept decently well, and there’s not a lot of room for screws loosening on fixed blades. I also know Elk Ridge was never mentioned in the tread, but I’ve owned one fixed and one folder from them and they were both great knives, I have faith in the brand
Crkt Squid one of the best office Carrie's in my oppinon.
CRKT Squid Folding Pocket Knife: Compact EDC Straight Edge Tactical/Utility Knife with Stainless Steel Blade and Framelock Handle - Black Stonewash 2490KS https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TFY39EQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_CMZsDbQCXG5RQ
Boker Techtool: nice blade steel
https://countycomm.com/collections/cutting/products/single-blade-boker-slip-joint-knife-safety-orange-g10
Office friendly^
Victorinox Alox Pioneer:
Victorinox Swiss Army 54968 Pioneer Knife, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0019MLZB6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qQZsDbWRRRXBY
If I can't use it as a prybar it's not a knife I'm going to carry. I abuse the shit out of my knives. My current EDC is the CRKT Squid, we'll see how this one does, I get a new one about every 2 years. Not a single bit of plastic on it and the blade is nice and thick, thick belly and point.