I also like the Sebenza. You can disassemble it completely for cleaning and the titanium frame lock is pretty darn sturdy. Just read Doug Ritter's review.

That said, WSI offers the very inexpensive CRKT Badger or Rancher lockbacks as perfectly serviceable survival knives--and those guys are in Alaska! <img src="/images/graemlins/ooo.gif" alt="" />

One of my favourite arguments <img src="/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" /> When people become interested in our pursuit THE KNIFE sticks in the brain firmer than Excalibur in that stone. There are lots of decent knives under $50. All that money Chris Reeve loses can go to a quality sleeping bag and a whole rucksack of survival goodies. Folding knives have one very simple reason for carry. Either social circumstances, law and custom or simple convenience and ease of carry dictate a folder vs a fixed blade. So what we need to know is why,when and how you anticipate carying and using a folder?

RC:

The one you have on you when the excretement hits the oscillating blade.

Bountyhunter

I have lost to many knives to spend over $100. I am looking for one under $50 too.

After checking out hundreds of knives at this years Shot Show I was most impressed with the new Dozier designed folders by K-Bar. They are lightweight, have sturdy stainless D2 steel, a lanyard hole, one-hand opening and feel great in your hand. They can also be purchased for around $20.00. I showed 2 of the models to Doug while at the show and he was also impressed with their design and price. The model I was most impressed with was the KA4066, but there are several to choose from.

I have no dealings with K-Bar whatsoever, so this is not a sales pitch. Do a web search on "K-Bar Dozier knife" and you should find plenty of dealers selling them.

Take care, George

Matt
??? Time to invest in a lanyard ???

Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT) makes great knives for reasonable prices. I have their Mirage (out of production now) and am on my second Mt. Shasta (an indestructible 2.5" folder, 'cause you can't carry anything longer in Chicago). You should be able to get a nice one for under $50 and may be able to pick up a couple on eBay for around there. Depends on what size and type steel you're looking for. www.crkt.com The A.G. Russell site lists them, too.

I would also recommend a KA-BAR Dozier if you are looking for a good folder costing less than $50. Although I believe the $20 Doziers are in fact AUS 8A and not D2, but that's still a great deal nonetheless.

Physics,

I do the same thing - the RSK stays hidden, and I only use my "toy" at work - the Leatherman Squirt. I once used my Wave to slice open a box, and my co-worker's eyes got real big. No need to draw unwanted attention.

I agree 100% and believe me I have tried them all. <img src="/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />