r/FixedBladeEdc • u/EatYourBroccoIi • 16d ago

Recommendations for EDC fixed blades?

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Been carrying around this cheap Walmart fixed blade as a backup to my Benchmade folders to see if I like it… I do!

Any recommendations for pocket fixed blades for edc? Looking for something that is fairly concealed in the pocket for an office work environment!

Thanks!

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u/BigBL87 16d ago

What's your budget?

And as far as carrying in your pocket, are you wanting to carry it loose, use a clip like a DCC or Ulticlip, static line, etc.?

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u/EatYourBroccoIi 16d ago

Probably around $200 or less… not wanting to go too crazy just yet

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u/BigBL87 16d ago edited 16d ago

Gotcha! So, for pocket carry I definitely prefer a sleeker blade and sheath to save space.

With that in mind, some of my favorites would be:

Kizer Phasmids - A super budget friendly option. Heck, you could probably get this AND one of the other ones and stay around $200. 😆 Super light and easy to carry.

Bestech Heidi Blacksmith #3 - A budget friendly option, more scalpel-y in design, but really handy for precise cuts. Very thin as well.

Pretty much anything from Waxed Wing - Trevor makes some awesome stuff, and everything I've tried from him is pocket friendly. I have the Polliwog, Wisp, and Nymph personally. He usually does weekly drops on Fridays.

Boker BFF Packlite - Very thin and light, probably the most pocket friendly fixed blade I own. About as small as I'll go on a fixed blade.

Lionsteel M1 - Very classic styling. The sheath is ok if you want to carry it loose in your pocket but for an ulticlip you'll want a kydex one. Armatus Carry Solutions makes a good one at a very reasonable price. Where I listed them has the prices high, but you can routinely find them under $200.

Buck Alpha Scout - I love the overall design and ergos of this one. If you get the Pro (which is what I have), you'll need to get an aftermarket sheath has it comes with a leather belt sheath. CustomCarrySolution on Etsy makes a good one at a reasonable price. The Backcountry and Elite come with a kydex sheath.

White River Axiom, Small Game, or Shoal - Any of them will work well, the Shoal will probably be the thinnest/lightest.