/r/BudgetBlades

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This is a subreddit for the knife enthusiast on a budget. For us knives are tools first and works of art second.

This is a subreddit for the knife enthusiast on a budget. For us knives are tools first and works of art second. Our mission at r/Budgetblades is to be place for hobbyists to gather and discus a common hobby.

Feel free to discuss any quality budget blades regardless of brand. Our suggested budget is anything under $50 US at retail, with a hard limit of $100 for OC. These pricing guidelines are for both new retail and the second hand markets for consistency. Discussion in the comments can talk about any blade regardless of price.

When posting a new thread, it must include a descriptive comment in the comment section. Also include relevant information about the knife (model name or number) in your title and/or in a comment. Photo's and links with out any descriptive context are discouraged. Have fun and enjoy!

RULES

-No sales, scalping, or advertising of any kind are allowed. All sales spam will be removed.

-Posts must focus on affordable knives ($50US with a hard limit of $100)

-Be kind and respectful of one another

-No gatekeeping

-Keep things PG-13

MOD TEAM

Feel free to communicate with us if you have questions or concerns. We are here to help, and to make sure things run smoothly on BudgetBlades.

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Useful links from the community

-Budget Blade FAQ by u/ExplodingToasterOven

-Knife Basics by u/resonanzmacher

-Budget Blade washer tuning guide

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Just what I needed Swiss Tech Tragen Kit Precision Bit Driver to swap to left hand carry.

Timing of the Swiss Tech Tragen Kit was perfect for swapping the pocket clip of the Ozark Trail orange D2 knife 2.0.

I'm right handed but I carry in my left pocket because my right pocket is dessicated to my phone only.

2 Comments
2024/11/20
04:59 UTC

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Budget knife the size of a machete

any large knives / small swords that are practical but large

13 Comments
2024/11/20
02:40 UTC

25

NKD

Finally got my fugout and I also got this little fifth pocket blue knife here. I truly thought for some odd reason that the frenzy had a 4 inch blade and like a 5 inch handle even though it says in the title of the ad I bought it from that it has a 5.5 inch blade. I was a little surprised when I opened it. But Amazon has a great deal on it right now. It’s on sale for $80 but if you get $100 worth of items on a certain list you get $25 off so I paid basically $75 for this and got a few Christmas presents for my kids, but they also have several other cold steel products on that list, I almost just got a gladiator sword in machete form from cold steel to make up the difference but I figured I would get in less trouble from my wife. If I said look, I got the kids a basketball and a football and some tennis balls for some reason.

10 Comments
2024/11/20
01:32 UTC

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Are these good?

New to the group. Saw these at Walmart for $10 each. Decided to get one for my coworker too. Initial impressions are that they feel solid

49 Comments
2024/11/20
00:37 UTC

18

It's baaaack

The holiday Swiss Techs are back this Friday

10 Comments
2024/11/20
00:36 UTC

19

Not a budget knife but id like to know what you guys think about swisstech making their first buttonlock way out of their normal budget fare.

47 Comments
2024/11/19
23:12 UTC

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NKD ~ Bestech Mantidae

Been wanting a (full serrated) hawkbill for a minute, I know this sub would prob shit on the idea of buying a full serrated knife but it just looks so mean and nasty I had to get one.

Sharp out of the box, solid lock up, well-centered, etc, etc…no real complaints, but I do kinda wish to green micarta scales had a lil more grip/texture. Very happy otherwise.

1 Comment
2024/11/19
21:11 UTC

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You guys see the CDC/Tenable Fenrir for $45?

Add Code BF25, and with free shipping it's $45. Sweet deal on a sweet design and a limited run of 150. https://crispydonutcommunity.com/shop/p/fenrir

18 Comments
2024/11/19
19:24 UTC

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Happy Holidays! 🦃 🎄

For the price these OT D2 knives are GREAT! Got one for myself and 3 as gifts, might get a few more before they out again... If you didn't cop one yet, do yourself a favor and go buy TWO!

8 Comments
2024/11/19
18:04 UTC

5

Coolest looking knife? (regardless of utility)

What are your favourite knives PURELY for aesthetics?

Could be a $3 aliexpress knife made of super thin aluminum, or something priceless and diamond encrusted

not looking to buy just curious of peoples answers.

17 Comments
2024/11/19
15:15 UTC

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Why is the action so terrible on My Vosteed raccoon?

I've wasted hours of my life trying to like this knife. I finally finished sanding, filing, and dyeing the scales, and it feels great in my hand, but this thing had the worst action I've ever experienced outside of a gas station. I went as far as buying a set of skiff washers for it and then spent another hour polishing them and the liners only to be left with an even shittier action. I'm not sure if I got a bad knife or if I'm missing something, either way I absolutely hate this knife now.

If anyone has an idea of what in can do to make this thing less shitty I'd love to hear it.

56 Comments
2024/11/19
14:51 UTC

22

adding onto Walmart collection

The assisted one is my fave. I love the $5 ones too. I'm new so I'm excited about every new knife I get!

3 Comments
2024/11/19
12:08 UTC

45

2 for $10, emotional support knife purchase. Am I one of the cool kids now?

32 Comments
2024/11/19
05:37 UTC

49

Ozark Trail Holy Grails of the Past and one of the current faves. All of these triggered shortages and eBay scalpers reselling at exorbitant prices. Any OT Old-Timers recall the days when these knives had their day in the Walmart sun?

28 Comments
2024/11/19
00:50 UTC

3

Any experience with Kpieit fixed blades?

Thought this one looked interesting, but already thinking seriously about the Civivi Banter fixed blade. Mainly curious if I'll even like a wee fixed blade for EDC.

https://preview.redd.it/4ehqq654rq1e1.png?width=1500&format=png&auto=webp&s=b70dc2cb1bec59bdc66ea9992c2308a663e8bbc9

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZ416RWM?ref_=posts&th=1

4 Comments
2024/11/18
23:04 UTC

9

704 Gear

I looked for posts about this company and I saw literally one lol I think you guys are missing out. Every knife made so far from this brand has D2 steel, coated blades, G10 handles, and reversible pocket clips. I got this one on sale for 22.94 if I remember correctly. And the sales happen frequently on Amazon.

7 Comments
2024/11/18
22:22 UTC

69

My flock so far.

4 Comments
2024/11/18
20:57 UTC

80

I’m a weak, weak person.

Picked up the Zizzle combo kit because I have no self-restraint whatsoever.

25 Comments
2024/11/18
20:14 UTC

4

Knives of the week

The Xtouc Seed n Remette Seahorse

0 Comments
2024/11/18
19:35 UTC

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Liking how the red turned out on this $5 treasure.

19 Comments
2024/11/18
17:07 UTC

12

Late to the Icon D2 party

Local HF store finally had some on the shelf when I was there. This thing is legit, already a new favorite.

2 Comments
2024/11/18
16:21 UTC

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SOG Gladius machete

The sog hq phantom strike is the actual name of this machete. Looks suspiciously like the cold steel "throwing" sword. I think GSM is flooding both brands with cheap knives and machetes. It's 420 stainless which tbh has been fine and takes a wicked edge. I paid $30 for it at academy and considering it's gladius with a 17 inch blade thats well balanced in the hand. Way better than the Reapr meridius machete. I think it's worth the money.

13 Comments
2024/11/18
14:46 UTC

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That $16 Zingbee...

This Zingbee is a beast for under 20 bucks. Currently on sale on Amazon... https://a.co/d/6k0fDQD

11 Comments
2024/11/18
02:55 UTC

68

NKD

Got this baby at my local Walmart on sale for $5. Can’t wait to break in the flipper motion.

33 Comments
2024/11/17
23:57 UTC

37

November pick ups

Picked up these four budget blades this month. I'm happy with all of them.

From left to right

$25 dollar gift box walmart civivi

Kizer Cryptid

Cobratec fs-3 small

And of course the wugout

22 Comments
2024/11/17
22:58 UTC

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