If you want simple, tough, reliable fixed blades without the hype then just get Cold Steel. They're relatively affordable but are excellent for hard use.
I have the Cold Steel Recon Tanto
What your paying for is a good 7" piece of epoxy coated, high carbon steel with a thick spine. The tanto configuration makes it incredibly strong for puncturing.
They also make a 6" clip point blade if that's what you prefer.
I just looked up the retail price at about $100 - the price must have gone up because I remember it being much more affordable. Maybe its popularity among SWAT and other LEOs boosted demand. But look hard and I'm sure you can get a good price. I purchased mine at a gun show for $40 and it included the Kydex sheath.
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Last edited by longbough; 03-24-2007 at 07:38 AM..
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