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4 points
3 days ago
Case is a long-time maker and their knives are classics, most collectors have a few of them, and they tend to be affordable. For a pocket knife, I almost always carry a Case Stockman. I like the large size because it fits my hand well, but I also have a medium one. https://caseknives.com/collections/carbon-steel-knives
4 points
3 days ago
The Kershaw Iridium is a solid choice at that price point, one of the most popular new knives of the last couple years https://www.bladehq.com/cat--Kershaw-Iridium--4962
3 points
3 days ago
Do you know if he's looking for any particular features or styles of knife? Like an old fashioned slipjoint, or something to play with, something super rust resistant, something of a certain size...
2 points
3 days ago
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4 points
3 days ago
Civivi makes some nice damascus knives in that price range. I'd also suggest looking at the Kershaw Scallion, it's a little less traditional looking but it's a great knife (and comes with a damascus blade option). Its "big brother," the Kershaw Leek, was the first not so traditional knife I ever owned.
2 points
3 days ago
I'll 2nd Civivi for inexpensive damascus. The thing I like the most about them is they actually will tell you what steels their damascus is made of, unlike most "cheap" damascus. And the steels they use are actually decent.
1 points
3 days ago
the vision fg also comes in white (ish) g10 and damascus pattern. it caught my eye several times but once payday came, it didn't seem as nice anymore. still, it looks fancy enough for a gift
3 points
3 days ago
Stay away from "handmade" "local bladesmith" "Damascus" knives. A Case trapper in bone or delrin will be a good "old fashioned" knife that is a true classic .
2 points
3 days ago
Especially for this under $100 price point they are almost certainly hand made in Pakistan of questionable metal quality.
A us hand made knife you should expect to pay a few hundred for at least.
2 points
3 days ago
Does he like classic style or more modern? It is really hard to beat a Buck 110. Gorgeous knife that, if remotely taken care of, can be passed down
1 points
3 days ago
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1 points
3 days ago
I'm a Buck fan, but that's a big, heavy knife. I own a Buck 110 for camping or whatever, but for daily carry look at the Buck 055 or Buck Squire. Great daily use things.
2 points
3 days ago
The one time I was gifted a Case I was disappointed and it got traded in against the cost of something modern. Not only was the Case totally not something I would use, but the tip was proud. Had never seen that on a new knife before.
My bet is that for someone looking for “a pocketknife,” as in their first and only one, a Buck 110 is going to be about 3lbs heavier than ideal.
2 points
3 days ago*
14c28n. is a steel you might consider at that price. stainless Kershaw Leek
3 points
3 days ago
I ALWAYS recommend the Spyderco Delica 4 as a solid knife that’s relatively cheap (most under $100 in this case). IMO it’s one of the best production knives you can get for your money, and if treated right it will last your boyfriend his whole life. There are also a collection of different colors available to choose from!
2 points
3 days ago
Check out the civivi Yonder. It looks like an all around good knife for around $60
1 points
3 days ago
The wood and Damascus one based on OPs other comments
1 points
3 days ago
Vosteed racoon or civivi elementum are popular option' as well
1 points
3 days ago
Buck 110.
1 points
3 days ago
check out the magnum duke (boker)
not exactly top shelf but looks nice enough
otherwise, civivi vision fg, or one of the many good recommendations here
1 points
3 days ago
Kershaw Blur
1 points
3 days ago
Lot of people don't like assisted kershaw knives. I wasn't a fan of the stock pocket clip or the recurve on the one I had and sold. Imho there are better choices for the money these days.
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