Best Budget (<$75) EDC knife?

[marZ1]

I second the Benchmade Griptilian. Thbey have the best customer service in the industry.

[Ledanek]

this looks like a nice deal (with coupon) from knifeworks, unless anyone else knows where to get cheaper
Benchmade Mini Griptilian, MDP, Plain Edge, Black Handle,
Item Number: BM556-H-41 $61.20
Benchmade 7BLKBLT Rescue Hooks / Strap Cutter
Item Number: BM7BLKBLT-J-31 $18.36
Subtotal: $79.56 + $7.95 shipping Order Total: $87.51

[Voodoo_Man]

Griptilian or Emissary depending on low profile you want.

[onado2000]

ESSE makes great knives, the Izula, although not a folder, is small enough for pocket carry, plus it comes with an awesome warranty. Worth looking into.

[DefConGun]

I really like my Spyderco Delica that I have and think its a great low budget folder.

I also like the Griptilians but from what I can tell, they're typically more than $75.00.

BladeHQ currently has a big sale on Benchmades. You can get a Griptilian for about $86.00 right now. I think they are even giving you shipping on Benchmades but I wouldn't swear to it. They do have free shipping though if you spend $99 or more.

[Ledanek]

I really like my Spyderco Delica that I have and think its a great low budget folder.

I also like the Griptilians but from what I can tell, they're typically more than $75.00.

BladeHQ currently has a big sale on Benchmades. You can get a Griptilian for about $86.00 right now. I think they are even giving you shipping on Benchmades but I wouldn't swear to it. They do have free shipping though if you spend $99 or more.

yup, was eyeballing them last night
today: Benchmade Griptilian Manual Axis Lock Knife 551BK (Black PLN) $125.00 Price Break $42.30 off..... Out of Stock

[Ledanek]

I also like the Griptilians but from what I can tell, they're typically more than $75.00.

if it helps OP, just ordered Benchmade Mini Griptilian, MDP, Plain Edge, Black Handle BM556-H-41 1 for $61.20 (after store discount coupon) at Knifeworks.com

[DefConGun]

yup, was eyeballing them last night
today: Benchmade Griptilian Manual Axis Lock Knife 551BK (Black PLN) $125.00 Price Break $42.30 off..... Out of Stock

Bummer!

[DefConGun]

if it helps OP, just ordered Benchmade Mini Griptilian, MDP, Plain Edge, Black Handle BM556-H-41 1 for $61.20 (after store discount coupon) at Knifeworks.com

Sweet!

[AdventureTimeWithBS]

Throwing my hat in with the Spyderco Pacific Salt. I've had it in a pocket for over two years, no issues, and I hardly realize it's there anymore.