(another one of those) Next Purchase Suggestion

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(another one of those) Next Purchase Suggestion

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So, my current lineup is now: Delica FRN, Stretch, Sage 2, and Chaparral. I also have a Vic Cadet on the keychain for sheeple and utility.

I do like variety so, that being said, what would you all suggest as a next purchase to fill in the gaps for basic EDC stuff?
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seems like your pretty well covered as far as edc goes. if u want to try something different, id try out a dfly2 or caly3. if u want to make ur lineup more well rounded, i would look into the gayle bradley folder or the SOUTHFORK! :D
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Where's your Para 2??
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gbelleh wrote:Where's your Para 2??
I just started last month...give me a break! ;)
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Need something bigger...

Millie.
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For under a hundred each you could check out an xhp Native or a Super blue Endura. Blades made from excellent material not often found in other brands. I'm surprised both are still available :D
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Xhp native. You get a nice steel and made in Colorado.
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You need a Techno, mate. :)
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SpyderNut wrote:You need a Techno, mate. :)
I will say I'm not a real fan of the Techno. The lack of a real choil scares me.
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Based on the sizes you have I would say go either bigger or smaller. Smaller could be an air or manbug or dragonfly and bigger should be a para2 or a Millie. I carry a para2 a lot and love it.
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A-Ro wrote:I will say I'm not a real fan of the Techno. The lack of a real choil scares me.
I see your point. However, I've found that the curve of the Techno's handle allows me to get a firm 3 1/2 finger grip. Even so, it's a small knife and probably wouldn't be used for many thrusting activities. (FWIW, the jimped blue G-10 spacer actually "bites" into the rearmost part of my palm, thereby adding to the security of the grip).
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I'd say you need a southard, Gayle Bradley, para2, and dragonflyg10.
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A Ladybug or Manbug. I find myself using my Ladybug more than just about any other knife. It's small, affordable, capable, and doesn't scare the non-knife people.
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Manix 2. Definitely. :)
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you need to get an Endura, and specifically the Superblue before they run out
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You seem to be sticking around the 3" mark with the exception of the Stretch. If this is on purpose, I would strongly suggest a Native. It is .125 over 3" but the feel in the hand is very sturdy and it has a couple nice steel options. They definitely stay in my rotation at all times.
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Yojimbo!
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jabba359 wrote:A Ladybug or Manbug. I find myself using my Ladybug more than just about any other knife. It's small, affordable, capable, and doesn't scare the non-knife people.
LBK all the way.

Ladybugs, G10 Manbug, Balance, Cricket, Air, maybe dig up a sprint run Meerkat? A Dragonfly is a must, dress it up in G10 or get wet with H1.

That's my vote. ;)
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Sounds like your covered for training blades, I think your about ready for a military :D

Or what about a fixed blade? Plenty to choose from.

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