The SOG Blink looks like a potential candidate at $55 with a 2.25" AUS 8 blade.

http://sogknives.com/store/BBA-99.html

The little Buck Gent might fit the bill as well. It's $34 with a 1 7/8" 420HC blade. It looks about as docile as any knife could. wink

http://www.buckknives.com/index.cfm?event=product.detail&productID=2920



Edited by 7point82 (01/17/09 09:56 PM)
Edit Reason: added the Buck
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