Originally Posted by diablo111

I like the SOG, all though it is just a tad small for my hands...but it works great, spring is reliable (not to strong or soft) and the blade is an AUS8 blade (very sharp and holds it's edge)...for about $45, it's a fine compact carry knife.

The Buck, it's a Tempest, but a design exclusive to Cabelas, which was were I picked it up. I believe it was about $70 on sale...it's really "hefty", feels comforting in your hand. The ASAP semi-auto action is rock solid...great knife!

As for the sub $20 knives? Some are crap, some not so bad, but folders are always fun (plus I'd rather screw around with and break/mess up a $20 knife instead of a $100 one)



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