tapout1003

I would suggest anything made by Emerson. They have a few models around 3". Most can be found on ebay for a lot less than MSRP. I've bought a few on there for less than 100.

I also should mention they now offer a cheaper line of knives made in Japan. I haven't had a chance to see one in person but if they put their name on it it's GTG.

The Reliant

Materials: Specifications:
Handle
Black Zytel - Glass Filled Nylon- With Aqua Tread Grip Pattern
Blade
AUS 8 Series - Premium Stainless Blade Steel
Finish
Silver Satin - Scratch Resistant Finish


Overall Length 7.90 in.
Blade Length 3.40 in.
Hardness 57-59 Rockwell C Scale

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Hey! I found a sub 3" tanto!

557 Details | Benchmade

Here ya go. Tanto Mini-Griptilian for $58.95.

Benchmade MINI GRIPTILIAN - Black Handle Plain Edge Tanto Point Blade - BM557

jdivence

Benchmade mini griptilian

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retsupt99

Kershaw Ken Onion Leek...(assisted opener)...one hand open and close, although it may take some bandaids to get the close down pat.

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+1
Or the Ken Onion G10. Not a tanto but very nice.

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psychophipps

Any particular reason why it has to be a tanto-style blade? The American version of the tip doesn't penetrate any better, and they tend to make the blade harder to maintain with the sharp angles on their edges.

Bark'n

Because they are "tacticool?"

Yeah, I did away with tanto blades a while back. They make for poor general purpose utility knives for those who use their blades a lot. But, some people have gotta have them.

My original Stryker was a tanto blade and I loved it, although it wasn't a great blade for what I was using it for. Then I lost it. The new Strykers now are available with a spear point and if I ever replace it, I'll be opting for the spear point.

I really find the modified sheepsfoot on the Benchmade Griptilian to be an awesome blade shape. Much more versatile use and just as strong tip. Easier to sharpen too. It is offered in a tanto blade for those who want it though.

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mfcmb

Another plug for the Griptillian. The action is smooth, the lock is great (and truly ambidextrous, if that matters to you), the grip is very secure.

Rollo

I have found that tanto blades tend to be a bit thicker which I like because I pry on a lot of stuff at work with my knife.

ghost tracker

My Grandpappy always told me that pocket knives would last a LOT longer if they didn't look so much like...screwdrivers & prybars !

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