Reddit mentions of Kershaw Blur Black (1670BLK) Everyday Carry Pocketknife with 3.4” Stainless Steel Drop Point Blade, DLC Coated Handle Features SpeedSafe Assisted Opening, Lanyard Hole, Reversible Pocketclip; 3.9 OZ

Knife that doesn't take "long to get open."

Honestly most folders do not take long to get open in any way shape or form. You just have to use it and practice with it to learn the best/fastest/safest way to get it open. If someone told you to not play with knives, well if you wanna go around carrying a knife forget that. While you're at it take a self defense course or some martial arts classes that will help you better understand how to handle and use a knife in a fight.


I've been carrying a knife on me since I was 17 and got a job in a bad neighborhood. Never had to use it once in self-defense but I've felt safer in many situations that have come up in life because it was there. Having said that, I don't recommend carrying a knife to everyone. It's not for everyone. My Mom had a friend who asked me about it once after taking some self-defense classes. She was the type of person that had a panic response to a new phone not working the way she expected. I told her flat out, don't carry a knife, it can and most likely will be used against you, and here's why. Knowing she was prone to panic she agreed and we agreed pepper spray was a better option for her.


I'd also like to say here, don't discount the whistle. A much overlooked device. When used against someone who is deliberately trying to do you harm it will be like pissing into the wind. However, when faced with someone like the OP was faced with, it has to power to make someone realize they need to move the fuck on as this is not playing out how they may have thought it would play out in their head. "Is that a rape whistle?! WTF? Bitch you crazy... drives the fuck on" Is what I imagine would happen in that scenario.


Disclaimer: I don't think you'd be crazy for blowing a whistle, I'm saying what I imagine would go through the head of a clueless motherfucker like that.

Seconding that you should upgrade the knife.

There are a lot of good options, although I would recommend you shy away from the Gerber brand as they have some quality control issues, and have been running quite a few recalls (Including on that utility knife you're carrying). I was hoping to have a link for you to an article comparing their number of recalls versus several other companies but can't seem to find it currently. A quick googling though will show you what I mean.

For a list of nice knife options for less than $100 (and most around the $50 mark) check out some of these:

Spyderco Endura

Cold Steel Recon 1


Cold Steel American Lawman

Cold Steel Voyager

Kershaw Blur

Benchmade Griptilian

Ontario RAT 1 Folder

CRKT Heiho


I think these on top of the list /u/OC4815162342 provided should give you oodles of options!

Also if you want to upgrade that wallet of yours here are some options to look at.

www.Popovleather.com

Guy is also a redditor.

Leather Mimalist Wallets

Minimalist Wallets

For the record, I feel the same that the Cryo is too slippery - which is why I'm super glad Kershaw released a G10 version of it last year.

I also agree that the Tenacious is just a bit too big for EDC - and they do make the Persistence, which is a shrunken version of the Tenacious, with a 2.75 inch blade vs the Tenacious' 3-3/8 inch blade. If you wanna go even smaller, the Ambitious has a 2.25" blade. All 3 knives share a similar design (though the Ambitious is small enough that the proportions might look a little weird to some).

A few other knives of note that are standouts in the sub-$50 price range:

• CRKT Ripple - Ken Onion design with a more-traditional drop point blade, IKBS, 8Cr14MoV. Usually on most people's "Under $50" list.
  
  
• Kershaw Leek - Again, a little slippery and still Speedsafe but a slightly weaker torsion bar so not as forceful. Some people have issues with broken tips since they're a little thin, but this thing was the best under $50 when it came out.
  
  
• Ontario RAT 1 - At $25 this thing is a pretty great package, if not a little big. 3.5" blade, but it's AUS-8 if you don't like the 8Cr China steels (even if they are pretty similar).
  
  
• SOG Flash II - again, a 3.5 inch, AUS-8 blade. Assisted opening, but much less forceful than Speedsafe.
  
  
• The Kershaw Emerson CQC-6K has blown up since it's release and a lot of high speed low drag tactical types love it for EDC use. $25 makes it a pretty appealing choice and rock solid under $30.
  
  
• The Spyderco Delica 4 is just a touch over $50, averaging about $60, but it's also a go-to knife in the $50 for many people. VG-10 steel on this one is a big selling point.
  
  
• On the same hand, the Kershaw Blur is usually available for about $60, and for those looking for a big folder (seriously this thing is large) it's a great choice. Sandvik 14C28N as standard steel, also available with S30V for about $75.
  
  A few notes here
  
  
• You'll see a lot of sub $50 knives using 8Cr13MoV or 8Cr14MoV. The main difference is a little more Chromium in the 8Cr14MoV, leading to a little more corrosion resistance. A lot of people loved the Skyline, but there were a few issues with minor rust spots on the knives, leading to many companies switching to 8Cr14MoV for some of their knives (most of the budget Kershaws are 8Cr14MoV now).
  
  
• Kershaw has many many options for budget folders under $50, for all kinds of aesthetic tastes. The Chill, Thermite, Link, Oso Sweet, etc. I've owned a handful of Kershaws, and loved all of them, especially for the price.
  
  
• The 8Cr steels (13MoV and 14MoV) are pretty much on par with AUS-8, especially from CRKT, Spyderco, and Kershaw who all do a good job on their heat treats. There's a slight difference in hardness (3 to 4 HRC difference by most counts), but really they're nearly identical for all intents and purposes, mainly sharpening and edge retention. Some people just prefer AUS-8 because they don't like so called "China steel."
  
  
  ETA a few more links and some clarification of my still-awake-at-5am rambling.

That looks like a pretty standard assisted-opener, unless I'm missing something. Kershaw makes a few models that are a step up but won't break the bank. The Blur that /u/Clocktease suggested is a good one:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009VCA0I?psc=1

I've EDC'd a Spyderco Tenacious for about a year and I love it. If I had to replace it, I would easily consider another Tenacious, or a slightly smaller Persistence.

Part of me really wants a Leek but I'd also like a Kershaw Blur for the assisted opening, and if you can set aside an extra $20, you can spring for the version w/ S30V steel. All of these are within your price range.

If you want assisted opening, Kershaw is your primary go-to knife company. Anything with "SpeedSafe" is their assisted opening mechanism. Bonus points is that SpeedSafe is legal in all 50 states (although the knife itself might not be due to length).

I would highly recommend the Kershaw Knockout. It's one hell of a nice blade with a slim profile (so it doesn't get in the way of reaching into your pockets and pulling things out), doesn't weigh much, and kicks hard when opening.

The Kershaw Shallot is still my favorite carry knife despite owning over a dozen production folders and knives that cost 3-4 times as much. It has a slight recurve in the blade, it's thin, it's an amazing slicer, doesn't weigh much, and deploys fast. It doesn't have left-hand pocket clip carry, however.

Another is the Kershaw Blur which is a bit of a beefier recurve bladed knife that is a non-flipper (deployment with thumb studs only). One of Kershaw's most popular models, after the Leek. Keep in mind that the grip-y "TracTech" inserts that the Blur has is kinda like more dense and rougher cork. It can tear up and wear away at your pant's pocket over time. Like the Shallot, it also does not have lefthanded pocket clip carry.

The kershaw blur has a fairly thick blade. So does the SOG flash II Tanto


That's all I thought of off the top of my head.

This answer assumes 1) you want a few knives to cover different uses and 2) you can dig in the couch cushions for $3.53 or you can wait for Amazon's prices to fluctuate just a little bit. The price on the Kershaw jumped $3 just while I am typing this up...

EDC: Kershaw Blur, $54.17. I'm a little goofy, and I like the serrated tanto even though it looks like ass. I assume for most people, they'd prefer the straight blade. I've had one for a few years, and it works great. Just the right size, comfortable grippy handle, and I love the opening mechanism.

Camping knife: Condor Tool and Knife Bushlore 4.375-Inch Drop Point Blade, $36.41. The QA on fit and finish is apparently an issue with this company, but I didn't notice any problem on mine. It's not going to win a beauty competition, but its a hard worker. One of the comments on Amazon says it's the AK-47 of the knife world. I'm inclined to agree.

Inconspicuous Folder: Opinel #8, $12.95. I don't actually own one of these, so caveat emptor, but they come highly recommended by the hive mind. It's a classy looking folder that you could carry around in your suit's jacket pocket or your briefcase.

My favorite in 40+ years of knife collecting: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009VCA0I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_NhfnDbXC4J7PM

the leek is prone to that problem from what i've gathered. i might suggest you re-profile it or get a different kershaw. i'd recommend the blur. it's a bigger and more capable knife imo. check it out next trip to walmart. i think youll like it.

It's $45 on Amazon.

Amazon acts as an escrow, so of course the money hasn't even been withdrawn from my account yet since it wasn't shipped out. If you look on an Amazon price [history] (http://camelcamelcamel.com/Kershaw-Onion-Black-Smooth-Folding/product/B0009VCA0I?context=browse) the knife has dropped to as low as $30 while being fulfilled by Amazon, so $15 isn't that extraordinary. And as I've stated earlier, it's not a mistake as much as we all want to believe that. There's no reason a shop would open for five days, take hundreds of orders for a vast array of items, and cancel all of them while changing shop name at the same time. And as stated earlier as well, on the Complaints Board (a place to check online stores for legitimacy via reviews) all of the complaints all follow the same fishy pattern.

In terms of pocketknives for every day carry I usually have my Kershaw Ken Onion Blur on me, which is a 3.4" assisted open lockblade and is perfectly legal to carry in your pocket. It's by far my favorite cheap-ish pocketknife I've ever owned.

That being said I carry it because I need it at work frequently, not for defense. Frankly carrying a knife for defense is a dumb idea and you're way better off just buying pepper spray if that's what you want a knife for.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0009VCA0I/ref=oh_aui_i_sh_pre_o0_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Not sure about the specific's but it's this one. I saw it cheaper on amazon so I hope I did good haha

If you want spring assisted I'd highly suggest you look at the Kershaw Blur. It's spring assisted and only about $50. I think you can get it in S30V for a little more though. I've had it for awhile and it's held up really well.

If you want a blacked out budget knife - check out Kershaw Blur.

Modern looking EDC knife designed by Ken Onion, blade is DLC coated.

Plus it's on sale now.

Picked up a Kershaw Blur maybe a week or two ago. Kershaw's SpeedSafe opening is smooth as butter and the blade locks well into place with zero movement.

There's a version with a S30V blade for about $20 more. Overall, I don't have a negative thing at all to say about the Blur.

is s30v worth the $20 more?

http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Onion-Black-Smooth-Folding/dp/B0009VCA0I/

vs

http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Knife-Steel-Blade-SpeedSafe/dp/B0015ZXCT0/

I bought 3 assisted opening knives:

• Leek - Ken Onion
  
• Flash II - SOG
  
• Some junky piece of shit - Smith & Wesson
  
  I'm not 100% satisfied with any of them. I like the SOG the best, but all of them have annoying locks on them that defeat the entire purpose of an auto opening knife. The purpose is to open them quickly with one hand. Well if the safety keeps getting turned on in your pocket then you end up fiddling with them.
  
  My brother on the other hand has a Ken Onion Black Blur and that seems to be a really good knife.

my edc is the kershaw blur, but I have the one with the serrated edge and I love it, its perfect in my opinion.

http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Onion-Black-Smooth-Folding/dp/B0009VCA0I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1397301659&sr=8-2&keywords=blur+knife

I'd go with a Kershaw. Good quality for the price. The Blur is a good knife, I have one. A Kershaw Leak is also a great knife. It's much more concealable.

http://www.amazon.com/Kershaw-Onion-Black-Smooth-Folding/dp/B0009VCA0I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1398115825&sr=8-2&keywords=Kershaw+Blur

Kershaw Cryo MODEL 1555TI 49.90 EUR on amazon.de

Kershaw Cryo MODEL 1555TI 22.30 USD/18.95 EUR on amazon.com


available here at an austrian shop for 77,90 EUR


in this case it's a chinese made Kershaw, but kind of a standard go to knive in that price range.

For US made:

Kershaw Blur for 89,95 EUR at amazon.de

Kershaw Blur for 44.95 USD/38.20 EUR at amazon.com